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
• Physical Therapist Assistant (POOL/PRN)
• who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community.
• Winter Haven Hospital
• has an outstanding reputation for superior, patient-centered care. Our mission statement is "to improve the health of the people we serve, by providing the highest quality and most effective care and services -- and to return value to the people in our communities.

• Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:

• + Implement physical therapy treatment plans as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.

+ Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, and therapeutic activities to improve strength, range of motion, and functional mobility. + Monitor and document patient progress, responses to treatment, and communicate updates to the Physical Therapist. + Educate patients and families on exercises and techniques for continued care and recovery. + Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure coordinated patient care. + Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards. + Adhere to infection control and safety protocols within the hospital environment.

• Qualifications:

• + Required associate's degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

+ Or PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Temporary and licensure within 6 months. + Required Current state licensure or eligibility as a Physical Therapist Assistant. + CPR certification (BLS required). + Prior experience in an acute care or hospital setting preferred. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills. + Ability to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs and schedules.

• Facility:

• BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-WHH

• Location:

• Winter Haven Hospital - Winter Haven, 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
• Position
• Acute Physical Therapist Assistant
• Location

•

Winter Haven:

Winter Haven | Clinical | Pool

• Req ID
• 172251