Physical Therapy Assistant - One-on-One Patient Care

Devoted Physical Therapy is a outpatient rehabilitation company that specializes in treating the geriatric population. We are looking for PTA coverage at our 10075 Jog Rd. Boynton Beach location on Fridays to start and may expand the position once started. We are also interested in expanding our home visit sector. The position can be a mix of both or just one depending on your availability/desire. We are DEVOTED to increasing our patient's independence and restoring their functional mobility. We provide peace of mind by treating our patients using a one-to-one treatment approach.

Devoted Physical Therapy is looking for an educated and licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients improve their mobility and move forward in our Boynton Beach Outpatient Clinic and home visit sector. You will work closely and under the direction of the physical therapist, treating patients with medical problems or other conditions that limit their ability to move or perform functional activities.

Responsibilities

• Implement selected components of care and interventions in a technically competent manner
• Instruct and counsel patients effectively in exercises
• Identify patient’s needs and exhibit compassion, caring, and empathy to individual differences
• Recommend options, courses of action or modifications in selected treatments ensuring patient’s progress, safety and comfort
• Apply the latest research related to restoring function, reducing symptoms frequency, and preventing injury
• Complete documentation to support the delivery of physical therapy services
• Perform selected data collection and obtain accurate information
• Measure performance and report on patient’s medical record
• Participate in patient status judgments
• Adhere to ethical and legal standards
• Ensure continued competence and updated field knowledge

Skills

• Proven working experience as a physical therapist assistant
• Excellent knowledge of physiology best practices and standards
• Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities
• Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
• Health care administration and documentation skills
• License to practice or relevant certification
• Associate or BS degree in PTA

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Orthopedics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
• Sports Medicine

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35