Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in St. Petersburg, FL
$28.00 – $30.00 • hourly
Nava Healthcare Recruiting
Job Description
We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our team in St. Petersburg, Florida. This full-time position offers a stable, rewarding opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The PTA will support a licensed Physical Therapist in delivering individualized treatment plans to help patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall physical function.
Responsibilities:
- Carry out physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities to restore function and improve mobility.
- Educate patients and caregivers on treatment plans, home exercise programs, and injury-prevention techniques.
- Monitor and document patient progress, adjust treatment approaches as directed, and maintain accurate records in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including PTs, physicians, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Maintain compliance with ethical, legal, and facility policies related to patient care and documentation.
Qualifications:
- Associate's degree from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
- Current Florida PTA license or eligibility for licensure.
- CPR certification (preferred).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous clinical experience preferred but not required.
Work Environment:
- Full-time position with consistent, predictable scheduling (40 hours per week).
- Potential work settings include hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, skilled nursing facilities, or home health.
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