Physical Therapy Assistant Home Health

Physical Therapist Assistant | AdventHealth Home Health 

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Commitment to whole-person care, giving you the opportunity to help heal people in mind body and spirit.
• Fulfilling work with people who treat you like family.
• Excellent benefits, market-driven wages and career development opportunities.
• Recognized for the seventh year in a row as a recipient of the Gallup Great Workplace Award as part of the AdventHealth network.
• Opportunities for advancement as we expand our network across the nation.

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

Location: Team Green:  This position will be conducting patient home visits in the Kissimmee, Celebration, St. Cloud, and Osceola County area which includes but is not limited to the following zip codes:  32836, 32821, 32830, 32837, 32824, 32827, 32832, 34773, 34771, 34772, 34769, 34744, 34743, 34741, 34746, 34758, 33896, 34759, 34747

The role you’ll contribute:

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for Carries out various physical therapy procedures under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. State licensure required. Provides treatment to relieve pain and to develop or restore function as ordered on Plan of Care. Provides accurate documentation. Teaches use of assistive devices and equipment to patients and caregivers.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Observes, records and reports to physician any untoward reactions to treatment.
• Instructs and supervises family members to provide continuous therapy and home treatment plan. 
• Maintains open communication with case manager.
• Submits daily log and charge sheets to Home Health office.
• Maintains communication with scheduler regarding caseload limitations.
• Participates in case conferences.
• Maintains open communication with primary Therapist.
• Possesses excellent time management skills.
• Meets agency’s expectations regarding productivity.
• Provides in-service training to staff as requested.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• Graduated from a physical therapist assistant curriculum approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education of the American Physical Therapy Association
• Currently licensed and registered in the state of Florida.
• Active American Heart Association BLS
• Valid Florida driver's license, safe driving record and reliable transportation.