Job Summary
The Physical Therapy Assistant provides therapeutic services to a diverse patient demographic, including young adults and the elderly, by implementing treatment plans devised by a licensed Physical Therapist. This role also involves instructing patients and their families on effective physical therapy techniques and evaluating the patients’ functional abilities.
Responsibilities
- Administer treatment programs as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Educate patients and their families on physical therapy practices.
- Assess and report on patients’ functional capabilities.
Qualifications
- Current state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association or the Red Cross.
- Experience in inpatient rehabilitation is preferred.
Bradenton Rehabilitation Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
