Physical Therapy Assistant

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

Full-Time 40 hours/ and PRN Opportunities Available

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and clinically skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Lexington Health and Rehabilitation located in St Petersburg, FL. As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Lexington, you will play a key role in restoring mobility, improving functional independence, and enhancing the overall quality of life for our residents. This position is a growth position due to census. It is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team of 18 therapists and assistants.

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.

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 large 156 bed resident-focused Skilled Nursing Facility located in St Petersburg 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. Lexington is currently undergoing an extensive renovation which will enhance the living environment of our residents.

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