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Physical Therapy Assistant

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Sarasota, LLC

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Quick overview

Deliver comprehensive rehabilitation programs under the supervision of licensed physical therapists to patients with complex needs. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Requirements summary

Requires an associate degree in a relevant therapy program and a current, unencumbered Physical Therapy Assistant license. BLS certification is required, and two years of inpatient rehabilitation experience is preferred.

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Job description

Description Exalt Health, an acute rehabilitation hospital, provides an intensive rehabilitation program, and admitted patients must be able to tolerate three hours of intense rehabilitation services per day. Focused on caring for patients with complex rehabilitative needs such as stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, head trauma, medically debilitation conditions, neurological disorders, cardio-pulmonary amputations, orthopedic injuries, and multiple major traumas.

Position Summary

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will play a vital part of our interdisciplinary team. You will work under the supervision of licensed physical therapists to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation programs to our patients. You will provide direct patient care, educate patients and families, and collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Essential

Duties and Responsibilities

Conduct patient interviews and physical examinations to gather information and assess needs.
Implement treatment plans developed by the physical therapist, including therapeutic exercises, gait training, and manual therapy techniques.
Instruct and motivate patients in performing exercises and activities of daily living (ADLs) safely and effectively.
Monitor patient progress, document treatment sessions, and report findings to the physical therapist.
Educate patients and families on their condition, treatment plan, and home exercise programs.
Assist with ambulation training and the use of assistive devices.
Maintain a clean and safe treatment environment.
Participate in team meetings and collaborate with nurses, doctors, social workers, and other healthcare professionals.
Stay up-to-date on current trends and best practices in physical therapy.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Licenses or Certifications Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state where currently practicing. Current BLS required via the American Heart Association or American Red Cross (required).

Education, Training, and Experience Associate degree in occupational therapy from an accredited program.
2 years of Inpatient Rehabilitation experience (preferred).