Physical Therapist Assistant- Lee Memorial Hospital SNU

Location: Lee Memorial Hospital - 2776 Cleveland Ave Fort Myers FL 33901 Department: Physical Therapy Work Type: Full Time Shift: Shift 1/7:30:00 AM to 4:00:00 PM Hiring Range: $26.50 - $40.55/ hour Are you a compassionate and dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant looking for a supportive, team-oriented environment where you can truly make an impact? At Lee Health, we prioritize exceptional patient care in a collaborative setting that encourages work-life balance, continuous education, and clinical excellence. What We Offer You: Exceptional Benefits: medical, dental, and vision coverage Well-Being Support: holistic health resources and mental wellness programs Professional Development: Annual CEU reimbursement, free MedBridge subscription, and career advancement pathways Retirement Match up to 5%: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility: Generous Paid Time Off: and flexible scheduling options Expense-paid on-site interviews: for eligible candidates At Lee Health, we care for you so that you can care for others. About This Position: Our 18‑bed Skilled Nursing Unit at Lee Memorial Hospital provides specialized, patient‑centered rehabilitation for individuals recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists collaborate closely with physicians to deliver individualized care plans that restore function, mobility, and independence. We offer a comprehensive range of services, including post‑acute care, neurological therapy, and tailored specialty programs to meet each patient's unique needs. Our unit proudly holds a CMS Five‑Star Quality Rating which reflects our commitment to exceptional outcomes. Our approach centers on individualized care planning, allowing us to focus on outcomes that truly matter for each patient's recovery. With a focus on compassionate, high‑quality care, our team empowers patients to achieve their best outcomes in a supportive, healing environment. Our Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist (PT). PTAs implement selected components of patient/client interventions and obtain data related to that intervention; make modifications in selected interventions either to progress the patient/client as directed by the Physical Therapist or to ensure patient/client safety and comfort; educate and interact with Physical Therapist and Physical Therapist Assistant students, technicians, volunteers, patients/clients families, caregivers; and respond to patient/client and environmental emergency situations. The PTA is expected to conduct themselves in an effective professional behavior manner. The attributes, characteristics or behaviors required for success in this job include: critical thinking, communication, problem solving, interpersonal skills, responsibility, professionalism, use of constructive feedback, effective use of time and resources, stress management, and commitment to learning. About our Rehabilitation Team: Our Rehabilitation Services team is one of the largest and most dynamic in the region. With over 700 skilled professionals dedicated to helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence through comprehensive, compassionate care. Our licensed physical, occupational, and speech therapists work closely with medical teams to create individualized treatment plans tailored to each patient's unique needs. Beyond core therapy services, we offer a variety of specialty programs including neurological rehabilitation, vestibular and balance therapy, lymphedema management, pelvic health therapy, and oncology rehabilitation. With services spanning acute care, skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient settings, our team delivers exceptional, evidence‑based care that restores function and enhances quality of life. What This Position Requires: Educational Requirements: Associates Physical Therapist Assistant; Eligible Lee Health candidates are required to graduate from an accredited program. The accepted accrediting body required for Lee Health's Rehabilitation Professionals is the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Experience Requirements: None State of Florida Licensure Requirements: Physical Therapist Assistant License Certifications/Registration Requirements: BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) About Lee Health: Lee Health is one of Florida's largest and most respected not‑for‑profit health systems, proudly ranked among the top 25% of hospitals nationwide by Healthgrades Americas 250 Best Hospitals. Our system includes four acute care hospitals Lee Memorial Hospital, HealthPark Medical Center, Gulf Coast Medical Center, and Cape Coral Hospital plus Golisano Children's Hospital of Southwest Florida, over 100 physician practice locations, and expanding Home Health and Skilled Nursing services. With more than 17,000 employees, 2,500 medical staff, and 950+ primary and specialty care providers, we serve over two million patient contacts each year. At Lee Health, we are guided by our mission to be a trusted partner, empowering healthier lives through care and compassion, and our vision to inspire hope and be a national leader in health and healing. We live our values every day (Respect, Excellence, Compassion, and Education) by fostering integrity, delivering exceptional care, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr