What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Action Physical Therapy?
The Physical Therapist Assistant supports the Physical Therapist in delivering effective rehabilitation care to a diverse patient population. Working within a medium-sized team, the assistant performs patient care tasks, therapeutic exercises, and assessments, contributing to treatment planning and documentation without travel requirements. This role demands strong teamwork, communication, and time management skills.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
- Assist patients with therapeutic exercises to improve mobility and function
- Perform patient assessments to monitor progress
- Contribute to treatment planning based on patient needs
- Document patient progress and therapy sessions accurately
Required Qualifications
- Experience in patient care and therapeutic exercise
- Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques
- Ability to conduct patient assessments
- Proficiency in medical documentation
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Effective time management abilities
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 1 year experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant
Action Physical Therapy is a family run and operated company for the past 25 years in South Florida. Action has a reputation of working alongside its employees to assist in rehabilitative care for the patient. Our employees are part of a nurturing team, utilizing knowledge, skills, talent, experience and mentorship to ensure success in the healthcare environment.
We are a growing Physical Therapy and Chiropractic company based in South Florida from Miami to Port St. Lucie, with expansions in Orlando and Tampa offering our employees the autonomy of a patient centered environment, a marketable salary that is guaranteed in the off season, independence with patient care in the workplace. Action is committed to their team members, helping them enhance skills, remain current on regulations, stay up to date on innovative technology and advance their personal and professional growth.
We are a growing Physical Therapy and Chiropractic company based in South Florida from Miami to Port St. Lucie, with expansions in Orlando and Tampa offering our employees the autonomy of a patient centered environment, a marketable salary that is guaranteed in the off season, independence with patient care in the workplace. Action is committed to their team members, helping them enhance skills, remain current on regulations, stay up to date on innovative technology and advance their personal and professional growth.
Salary : $33 - $37