Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health Full Time Position Available In Lake, Florida
Tallo's Job Summary: The Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health Full Time position in Leesburg, FL, by Brooks Rehabilitation involves administering physical therapy treatments under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Responsibilities include treatment administration, plan development, patient safety, documentation, and adherence to professional standards. Qualifications include Florida PTA licensure and BLS certification. This full-time role requires excellent clinical skills, professionalism, and dedication to patient care.
Job Description
Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health Full Time
Leesburg, FL, United States
JOB DESCRIPTION
Books Overview:
For 50 years, Brooks Rehabilitation, headquartered in Jacksonville, Fla., has been a comprehensive source for physical rehabilitation services. As a nonprofit organization, Brooks operates one of the nation’s largest inpatient rehabilitation hospitals in the U.S. with 160 beds, one of the region’s largest home healthcare agencies, 40 outpatient therapy clinics, a Center for Inpatient Rehabilitation in partnership with Halifax Health in Daytona Beach, the Brooks Rehabilitation Medical Group, two skilled nursing facilities, assisted living and memory care. Brooks will treat more than 60,000 patients through its system of care each year. In addition, Brooks operates the Clinical Research Center, which specializes in research for stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury and more to advance the science of rehabilitation. Brooks also provides many low or no cost community programs and services such as the Brooks Clubhouse, Brooks Aphasia Center and Brooks Adaptive Sports and Recreation to improve the quality of life for people living with physical disabilities. Brooks Rehabilitation proudly employs over 2,500 clinicians and staff across the state of Florida. We are looking for exceptional people to join our culture of caring and bring our mission to life.
Position Summary:
The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments to patients working under the direction of, and as an assistant to the Physical Therapist.
Job Responsibilities:
Assessment and Plan of Care/Treatment
Reviews patient’s medical record for physician orders and/or change in patient status
Regularly works with the therapist in developing individual patient therapy plans. Administers physical therapy treatment to the patients as defined by the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist
Updates and adjusts treatment plan, as appropriate, in conjunction with the Physical Therapist, based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences
Confers with the Physical Therapist and/or other health care professionals to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs
Assists in preparing patient, guest, client, and resident safety for discharge, through instruction of patient and family/caregiver and written home exercise program as necessary
Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning
Responds to changes in work schedule as necessary continually using time between patients and assigned duties for departmental needs
Attends staff meetings and in-services
Maintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity log
Documents progress notes, case conference updates, appropriate scores, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with departmental policy and procedure. Contributes to discharge note as appropriate
Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentation Perform other duties as may be required from management
Job Qualifications:
Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Florida Hands-on BLS Card
Maintains confidentiality of all patient information
Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights
Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards. Assures patients, guest, clients, and residents safety
Meets all requirements for mandatory in-service meetings and training sessions
Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care
Adheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming, and dress code
Exhibits excellent service to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers
Shows courtesy, compassion and respect for all customers
Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization
Complies with professional, regulatory, ethical, and legal standards
Location Overview:
Leesburg, FL
Hours:
Day Shift
ABOUT US
For over five decades, Brooks Rehabilitation has been at the forefront of physical rehabilitation care. The nonprofit, based in Florida, is recognized as the premier rehabilitation system and ranks among the top 20 nationally according to U.S. News & World Report. Brooks currently manages three inpatient hospitals in Florida and is set to expand its reach through a collaboration with Mayo Clinic, opening a new facility on Mayo’s Phoenix campus in 2026. The organization’s commitment to advancing rehabilitation science is evident in its focus on innovative research, education, and cutting-edge technology. Offering a comprehensive system of care, Brooks provides inpatient and outpatient services, skilled nursing, assisted living, and memory care and impacts lives beyond clinical settings through community programs designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with physical disabilities.
JOB INFO
Job Identification
7718
Job Category
Therapy PTA
Locations
13940 N US Hwy 441 , The Villages, FL, 32159, US
Job Schedule
Full time
