About this opportunity
BayCare lists this Acute Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity in safety harbor, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Acute Physical Therapist Assistant
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
BayCare is currently in search of our newest Acute Care Physical Therapist Assistant Pool/PRN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. Since 1985, Mease Countryside Hospital has been raising the standard of care for patients of all ages. Today, our 387-bed facility offers an unwavering commitment to the community. Nationally recognized for its clinical excellence, our award-winning facility features multiple Centers of Excellence, including women and children's services, heart, cancer, neurosciences and orthopedics. Mease Countryside Hospital is dedicated to providing compassionate, quality health care to improve the health of our community.
Acute Physical Therapist Assistant Key Responsibilities:
Assist in implementing treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional ADL (Activities of Daily Living) mobility interventions.
Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes to the supervising therapist.
Educate patients and families on exercises and techniques to support recovery.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, physicians, and occupational therapists.
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Ensure patient safety and comfort during therapy sessions.
Adhere to infection control and hospital policies.
Qualifications:
Experience in acute care or hospital setting preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Requirements:
BLS (Basic Life Support)
PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)
Or PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Temporary and licensure within 6 months
Required Associate's Physical Therapy
Preferred 1-year Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Mease Countryside -- Safety Harbor, FL
Status: Pool, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: varies/Days
Weekend Work: Occasional
On Call: No
How often will this team member be working remotely? Never
Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled
Worksite address
safety harbor, FL, 34695, US
Who can apply
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