Physical Therapist Assistant PRN Varied
UHS
Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA implements treatment plans designed to improve mobility, reduce pain, restore function, and prevent disability.
Job description
- Administering therapeutic exercises and modalities
- Monitoring patient response to treatment
- Documenting patient progress
- Educating patients and families
- Collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support optimal patient outcomes
- Delivering care in accordance with professional standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies
General Responsibilities
- Remain current FL State PTA License
- Remain current BLS Cert
- One (1) year of experience in a hospital or rehabilitation setting preferred
- Experience with electronic medical records and rehabilitation documentation systems preferred
- Knowledge of physical therapy principles, treatment techniques, and rehabilitation practices
- Ability to safely administer therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, and prescribed treatment interventions
- Ability to observe, assess, and document patient responses to treatment
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
- Ability to work effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
- Knowledge of patient safety, infection prevention, and documentation standards
- Ability to assist patients with transfers, ambulation, mobility training, and therapeutic activities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and move throughout the workday
- Ability to safely perform the physical demands associated with patient care and rehabilitation services
Requirements
- Current Florida State PTA License
- Current BLS Certification
- One (1) year of experience in a hospital or rehabilitation setting preferred
- Experience with electronic medical records and rehabilitation documentation systems preferred
- Knowledge of physical therapy principles, treatment techniques, and rehabilitation practices
- Ability to safely administer therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, and prescribed treatment interventions
- Ability to observe, assess, and document patient responses to treatment
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
- Ability to work effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members
- Knowledge of patient safety, infection prevention, and documentation standards
- Ability to assist patients with transfers, ambulation, mobility training, and therapeutic activities
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, push, pull, and move throughout the workday
- Ability to safely perform the physical demands associated with patient care and rehabilitation services
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plan
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Refinancing
- Employee Assistance Program
- Career Development
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.