Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

The Club Health and Rehab Center is looking for Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join their team!

· Eligible for The Villages Charter Schools

· Competitive Pay

· Great Employee Appreciation

ABOUT THE CLUB HEALTH & REHAB CENTER - Located in The Villages, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!

While working here, you will enjoy:

· PayActiv, Access to Earned Income Prior to Pay Day

· Paid Time Off (Full Time or Part Time)

· Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances. (Full Time)

· 401K retirement plan

Summary of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

A PTA is responsible for assisting Physical Therapist in helping patients recover and rehabilitate from the effects of a serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

Promotes and maintains health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.

• Contributes to a physical therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care issues.

• Administers treatment programs for patients.

• Assesses patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, and obtaining updating, and studying therapy histories.

• Evaluates abnormal conditions by reviewing physical therapist’s interpretations of patient evaluations and test results.

• Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities.

• Helps patients in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.

• Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens, giving normal growth and development information, and promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Job Requirements of Registered Physical Therapists (PTA):

· Current Florida License as a PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)

· Current CPR

· At least one (1) experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

• Our facility uses the Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse, 435.12, Florida Statutes. Learn more at  
  

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