Physical Therapist Assistant Position Available In Lake, Florida

• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
• Sign-On or Relocation packages available for Full Time
• Under New Management
• Competitive Wages
• Employee Appreciation
• The Villages Rehab
• is looking for an outstanding
• PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)
• to join their Team!
• What we offer you as the PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant):
• Competitive Pay Paid Time Off Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• STD Insurances. 401K retirement plan.

• ABOUT THE VILLAGES REHABILIATION AND NURSING CENTER

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• Located in Lady Lake, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest.

We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, dignity. It is also a

• great working environment
• for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!
• Summary of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):
• A PTA is responsible for assisting Physical Therapist in helping patients recover and rehabilitate from the effects of a serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence.
• Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):
• Promotes and maintains health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Contributes to a physical therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care issues.
• Administers treatment programs for patients.
• Assesses patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, and obtaining updating, and studying therapy histories.
• Evaluates abnormal conditions by reviewing physical therapist’s interpretations of patient evaluations and test results..
• Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities.
• Helps patients in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
• Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens, giving normal growth and development information, and promoting wellness and health maintenance.
• Job Requirements of Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):
• Current Florida License as a PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)
• Current CPR
• At least one (1) experience working in a Skilled Nursing Facility preferred.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay:

$30.43 – $36.65 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) Ability to

Commute:

• Lady Lake, FL 32159 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

• Lady Lake, FL 32159: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person