Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Physical Therapy Assistant today with HCA Florida Citrus Hospital.
Job Summary and Qualifications
As a Physical Therapy Assistant at HCA Healthcare, you'll improve the lives of patients by providing individualized care that restores mobility and independence. Supported by well-defined processes, caseloads that let you focus on patients, and a strong partnership with your team and supervising PTs, you'll deliver high-quality care with confidence and impact. You'll also have access to resources like educational assistance, clear paths for growth, and scheduling flexibility. Join us!
We are currently looking for an enthusiastic Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. As our Assistant, you will provide treatment and rehabilitative services to patients to improve mobility, relieve pain and disability under the direction of the Physical Therapist. If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity.
Your duties and responsibilities may include:
You will conduct patient education, including post care planning, proper use of supportive devices and equipment, and gait and functional training.
You will record, monitor, analyze and review clinical data. Provide feedback to therapist regarding possible modifications to treatment plan and goals based upon patient performance. Adapt recognized therapeutic techniques and modalities to meet the needs of the patient.
You will collaborate with patient service departments and community service agencies to coordinate and conduct educational outreach programs and learning activities. Utilize appropriate methods and material for effective learning, monitor response to education and adapt program as needed.
Requirements:
Associate of Science (A.S) degree or Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program
Experience in appropriate healthcare setting preferred
Current state of Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license
Current FIM (Functional Independence Measure) required
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) through American Heart Association (AHA).
Critical thinking and adaptability; services excellence and good interpersonal communication skills; ability to read/comprehend written instructions; ability to follow verbal and written instructions; PC skills
Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting patients and /or equipment up to 50 pounds
Your responsibilities will include:
Delivering therapeutic exercises and functional training to help patients regain independence and mobility
Applying physical therapy techniques and modalities to reduce pain and restore function
Monitoring patient progress and documenting responses to ensure safe, effective care
Teaching patients and families how to use assistive devices and follow home exercise programs
Working closely with PTs, nurses, aides, and the care team to enhance the patient experience and support a culture of excellence
What qualifications you will need:
Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
(LPTA) Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Associate Degree
No Travel Required
No experience Required Years of Experience
Benefits
HCA Florida Citrus Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
Since 1957, HCA Florida Citrus Hospital has grown from a single community hospital into a regional powerhouse with over 200 licensed beds. We are proud to be celebrating over 50 years of healing as the leading provider of healthcare in the surrounding area. We offer 24-hour emergency room services, heart and vascular care, orthopedic and spine care, women's services, primary stroke center, minimally invasive surgery including robotics and bariatrics. We also offer outpatient wound care, diagnostics, laboratory and rehab services. We are the home of Citrus county's most comprehensive Heart and Vascular Center. Our Heart and Vascular Center is known for its innovative design and outstanding clinical outcomes.
At Citrus Hospital, our patients become our family. You may recognize many of our colleagues. They're your neighbors and friends. Over 80 of our colleagues were recently celebrated with the 10+ years of service award. That's the advantage of receiving care in a community hospital that offers more personalized care. We have been consistently top-rated in surgical excellence. We believe excellent people make excellence happen. If this sounds like the @type of meaningful work you'd like to be a part of, we hope you'll consider a career at Citrus Hospital.
HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder
If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Physical Therapy Assistant opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
