Orlando Health
Physical Therapist Assistant - Per Diem Days
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Position Summary
“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
About Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital
Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed comprehensive medical and surgical facility serving the communities along Florida’s Treasure Coast as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 50 years. With the latest technology and a team of skilled healthcare professionals, we are committed to bringing the highest level of expert and compassionate care to the communities we serve.
With a full scope of care, we offer advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for our high-quality stroke care. As further demonstration of our commitment to quality and safety, we have earned several additional industry recognitions.
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Sebastian River Hospital
WHY ORLANDO HEALTH?
Competitive Pay
Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.
All Inclusive Benefits (Starting On Day One)
Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, backup elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.
Employee-centric
Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare.
The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing Physical Therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Responsibilities Essential Functions
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.
Qualifications 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.
Seniority Level:
Entry Level
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care
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Position Summary
“Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you.
About Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital
Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed comprehensive medical and surgical facility serving the communities along Florida’s Treasure Coast as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 50 years. With the latest technology and a team of skilled healthcare professionals, we are committed to bringing the highest level of expert and compassionate care to the communities we serve.
With a full scope of care, we offer advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for our high-quality stroke care. As further demonstration of our commitment to quality and safety, we have earned several additional industry recognitions.
Click Here to Learn More About:
Sebastian River Hospital
WHY ORLANDO HEALTH?
Competitive Pay
Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.
All Inclusive Benefits (Starting On Day One)
Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, backup elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.
Employee-centric
Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare.
The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing Physical Therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Responsibilities Essential Functions
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.
Qualifications 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.
Seniority Level:
Entry Level
Employment Type:
Full-time
Job Function:
Health Care Provider
Industries:
Hospitals and Health Care
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