Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapy Assistant(PTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Lake Wales Care Center

Full-Time 40 hours/ and PRN Opportunities Available

SIGN ON/RELOCATION BONUS available for direct hire.

About the Role:
We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and clinically skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Lake Wales Care Center located in Lake Wales, FL. As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Lake Wales, you will play a key role in restoring mobility, improving functional independence, and enhancing the overall quality of life for our residents. This physical therapy assistant position is open position is a growth position due to census. It is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team of therapists and assistants.

Physical Therapy Assistant Responsibilities:

• Provide feedback to evaluating therapist regarding residents functional needs and recommendations to their individualized treatment plans.

• Provide high-quality physical therapy services including therapeutic exercises, mobility training, neuromuscular re-education, and wound prevention strategies.

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including OT, SLP, nursing, and physician partners.

• Document screenings, progress notes, and objective data towards discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.

• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to overall resident-centered care.

• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safe mobility techniques and home exercise programs.

• Maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines, including Medicare and SNF regulatory requirements.

Physical Therapy Assistant Qualifications:

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in the state of Florida (or eligibility for licensure).

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assisting program (DPT or equivalent).

• Previous SNF experience preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply.

• Strong communication, organizational, time management,team player, and clinical reasoning skills.

• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care with great outcomes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits package

• Flexible scheduling (FT or PRN)

• Supportive Director of Rehabilitation and interdisciplinary team environment

• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth

• Modern rehab equipment and EMR systems (Net Health and Point Click Care)

• Strong focus on high-quality care and positive patient outcomes

About Us:

We are a 100 bed resident-focused Skilled Nursing Facility located in Lake Wales that dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based rehabilitation services. Our team works collaboratively to ensure each resident receives personalized care that maximizes function, safety, and independence.

 

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