What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position at Diamond Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Diamond Ridge Health and Rehabilitation Center located in the heart of beautiful, central Citrus County. Our facility is located at 2730 W. Marc Knighton Court in Lecanto, and faces County Road 491 that travels through Beverly Hills, Florida.
Citrus County boasts its lovely, scenic countryside and yet is one of the rapidly growing areas in Florida. We have access to many amenities located within a short driving distance to either Crystal River or Inverness. Physicians that refer patients to Diamond Ridge are affiliates of Citrus Memorial Hospital and Seven Rivers Regional Medical Center in Citrus County, as well as other hospitals and facilities in our surrounding counties.
WHY WORK FOR US? BECAUSE WE OFFER OUR EMPLOYEES:
- Competitive Benefits Package Consisting of Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- PTO,
- 401k,
- Direct Deposit, and More!
Physical Therapy Assistant ( PTA ) Job Summary:
The Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) performs patient related activities under the direction of a physical therapist. Services may include but are not limited to purposeful activities or interventions to maximize the independence and the maintenance of health of any individual who is limited by a physical injury or illness, a cognitive impairment, a psychosocial dysfunction, a mental illness, a developmental or learning disability, or an adverse environmental condition.
Physical Therapy Assistant ( PTA ) Major Duties and Critical Tasks:
Assisting the physical therapist when performing tests, evaluation and complex treatment procedures
Observing, recording and reporting to the therapist the condition, reactions and responses related to assigned duties
Assisting the therapist in consulting with patients, family members and other health care professionals as appropriate
Assisting with the care of the physical therapy department and equipment
Assisting the physical therapist with in-service programs and other meetings as assigned
Physical Therapy Assistant ( PTA ) Required Education and Experience:
Must be licensed (or eligible for licensure) to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA ) in the appropriate state
Prior experience in Physical Therapy, preferred
Prior experience in Skilled Nursing, preferred
