Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant Department: Quality Care Rehab Employment Type: Full Time Location: Gainesville Health and Rehab Center Reporting To: Richard Bassett Compensation: $30.00 - $36.00 / hour Description We are a therapy provider that offers physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long‑term care providers. We are growing and looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. Physical Therapy Assistants help patients regain movement, alleviate pain, and restore function following injury, illness, or surgery. Key Responsibilities As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you are an integral part of the rehabilitation team, working under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help patients regain movement, alleviate pain, and restore function following injury, illness, or surgery. Here’s an outline of the primary responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant: Patient Care Implementation: Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist to address patients' specific rehabilitation goals and functional needs. Therapeutic Exercise and Activities: Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities designed to enhance their physical function and promote recovery. Physical Therapist Assistants instruct patients on proper exercise techniques, monitor their progress, and provide feedback to ensure safe and effective participation. Modalities and Physical Agents: Physical Therapist Assistants ensure the proper application of various treatment modalities, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment parameters as necessary to optimize therapeutic outcomes. Patient and Family Education: Physical Therapist Assistants educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies, proper body mechanics, and techniques for managing pain and discomfort. Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions, documenting their progress and any changes in functional status or treatment tolerance. Physical Therapist Assistants communicate regularly with the supervising physical therapist, providing updates on patient progress and collaborating on adjustments to the treatment plan as needed. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program Current license/certification in the state of practice TMC is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available! Flexible Scheduling. CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements. 13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays. Plus one free Floating Holiday every year! Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities. Mental Wellbeing Support Program. Health, Dental, and Vision. Retirement benefits (including 401k company match). #J-18808-Ljbffr