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Orlando Health

Apr 20

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Healthcare
  • Orlando

AI generated summary

  • You need an Associate degree, FL license, and BLS certification to work as a Physical Therapist Assistant at Orlando Health. Experience is not required.
  • You will provide physical therapy treatment to patients, collaborate with healthcare team, maintain professionalism, prioritize patient care, and stay updated on compliance and legal standards.

Requirements

  • Education/Training:
  • Associate degree or graduate from an accredited two-year college program in Physical Therapist Assistant.
  • Licensure/Certification:
  • Current license in the State of Florida as Physical Therapist Assistant.
  • Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
  • Experience:
  • None.

Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates ability to appropriately treat patients according to professional standards of practice.
  • Interpersonal communication skills include the ability to coordinate patient care with other team members, and counsel patients and their families.
  • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
  • Other Related Functions
  • Maintain a cheerful, active area in which to treat.
  • Demonstrates caring, honesty and open communication with all and encourages a smart and professional appearance in self and others.
  • Participates in Quality Assessment, program development, student supervision, assigned committees, safety and infection control as required.
  • Demonstrates an awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
  • Practices efficient use and selection of supplies and equipment.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
  • The Physical Therapist Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
  • The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.

FAQs

What are the responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant?

The responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant include providing Physical Therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.

What qualifications are needed to become a Physical Therapist Assistant?

To become a Physical Therapist Assistant, individuals typically need to complete an accredited associate's degree program and obtain a state license or certification.

What is the role of a Physical Therapist Assistant in patient care?

A Physical Therapist Assistant works closely with patients to implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist, providing hands-on support and guidance during therapy sessions.

How does a Physical Therapist Assistant collaborate with the licensed Physical Therapist?

The Physical Therapist Assistant works under the direction of the licensed Physical Therapist to provide treatment interventions, document patient progress, and communicate any changes or updates in the patient's condition.

Orlando Health

A trusted leader inspiring hope through the advancement of health.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1918
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Orlando Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization with $7.6 billion of assets under management that serves the southeastern United States. Headquartered in Orlando, Florida, the system was founded more than 100 years ago.