Physical Therapist Assistant - North Campus Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

North Campus Rehab is looking for an outstanding PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) to join their in-house rehab program! 

What we offer you as the PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant):

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off

Medical * Dental * Vision * Life * STD Insurances. 

401K retirement plan. 

ABOUT NORTH CAMPUS REHABILIATION AND NURSING CENTER - Located in Leesburg, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect, dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team!

Summary of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

A PTA is responsible for assisting Physical Therapist in helping patients recover and rehabilitate from the effects of a serious illness, injury or medical event, regaining their own best possible level of functional ability, well-being and independence.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA):

·       Promotes and maintains health by providing physical therapy services under the supervision of a physical therapist.

·       Contributes to a physical therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care issues.

·       Administers treatment programs for patients.

·       Assesses patient health by interviewing patients, performing physical examinations, and obtaining updating, and studying therapy histories.

·       Evaluates abnormal conditions by reviewing physical therapist’s interpretations of patient evaluations and test results..

·       Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities.

·       Helps patients in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.

·       Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens, giving normal growth and development information, and promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Job Requirements of Registered Physical Therapists (PTA):

·         Current Florida License as a PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant)

·         Current CPR