PTA Physical Therapist Assistant
Job Description
PTA PRN PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT - 2 YEAR ASSOCIATES DEGREE AS A PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT IS REQUIRED.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Assesses the needs of residents with physical therapy needs and matches their needs with services available. Meets with residents regularly according to treatment program schedule, evaluates, and maintains records of residents' progress under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
Keeps current with professional literature and attends seminars on a regular basis to maintain and update professional skills and licensure.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Hearing ability sufficient to evaluate residents' physical therapy needs.
Skill communicating verbally and in writing with residents, staff and family members under the supervision of the Physical Therapist so that all parties understand the program and the degree of progress being made.
Must be able to pass level 2 fingerprinting with an Eligible status. Please see the link to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website. This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025). https://info.flclearinghouse.com
