Physical Therapist Assistant

Sunshine Kidz Pediatric Care is a licensed PPEC (Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care center) in Ft. Lauderdale. We provide stimulating and interactive care for medically complex infants and kids, from birth up to age 21. Sunshine Kidz Pediatric Care provides a unique therapy program tailored to each child. Our goal is for each child to achieve as much function and independence as possible. We do this through physical, speech and occupational therapies. At each step, education is an integral part of the formula for success to ensure cognitive growth. Under our medical director, our pediatric registered nurses follow an individualized plan of care developed in coordination with each child’s physician and family. This allows our nurses and therapists to provide skilled care and environmental stimulation with other kids. If you are looking to make a difference in the lives and families that we serve, we are looking for a full-time (40 hours/per week and benefit eligible) Physical Therapy Assistant to join our skilled workforce in our Ft. Lauderdale location. The Physical Therapist Assistant will be responsible for assisting the physical therapist with the implementation of treatment plans, conducting assessments and evaluations, and providing ongoing support and monitoring to ensure progress. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and problem-solving skills and be able to work collaboratively with other team members. The Physical Therapy Assistant Job Responsibilities: · Assist the physical therapist with the implementation of treatment plans, including assisting with therapeutic activities and exercises · Provide ongoing support and monitoring to ensure progress, including conducting follow-up meetings and check-ins · Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of residents' interactions and progress · Collaborate with other team members to ensure continuity of care and services · Other duties as assigned Qualified applicants will have the following: · Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant · Prefer one year experience, but new grads are welcome · Excellent communication and problem-solving skills · Ability to multitask and handle a high-volume workload · Ability to work collaboratively with other team members · Valid driver's license and reliable transportation are a plus Highlights of our benefits package: · Medical coverage (3 options) · Employer funded Health Reimbursement Account · Dental coverage (3 options) · Vision coverage · Flexible Spending Account · Dependent Care Account · Employer paid life insurance policy · Various voluntary benefits: Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, Legal & Identity Theft · 401(K) Retirement Plan with employer match · Paid time off package · Professional development opportunities