Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant(PTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

Lake Wales Care Center

Full-Time 40 hours/ and PRN Opportunities Available

$5000.00 SIGN ON/RELOCATION BONUS available for direct hire.

About the Role

We are seeking a compassionate, motivated, and clinically skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team at Lake Wales Care Center located in Lake Wales, FL. As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Lake Wales, you will play a key role in restoring mobility, improving functional independence, and enhancing the overall quality of life for our residents. This physical therapy assistant position is open position is a growth position due to census. It is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team of therapists and assistants.

Physical Therapy Assistant Responsibilities

• Provide feedback to evaluating therapist regarding residents functional needs and recommendations to their individualized treatment plans.
• Provide high-quality physical therapy services including therapeutic exercises, mobility training, neuromuscular re-education, and wound prevention strategies.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including OT, SLP, nursing, and physician partners.
• Document screenings, progress notes, and objective data towards discharge summaries in accordance with regulatory and facility standards.
• Participate in care plan meetings and contribute to overall resident-centered care.
• Educate residents, families, and caregivers on safe mobility techniques and home exercise programs.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal guidelines, including Medicare and SNF regulatory requirements.

Physical Therapy Assistant Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in the state of Florida (or eligibility for licensure).
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assisting program (DPT or equivalent).
• Previous SNF experience preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply.
• Strong communication, organizational, time management,team player, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care with great outcomes.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits package
• Flexible scheduling (FT or PRN)
• Supportive Director of Rehabilitation and interdisciplinary team environment
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
• Modern rehab equipment and EMR systems (Net Health and Point Click Care)
• Strong focus on high-quality care and positive patient outcomes

About Us

We are a 100 bed resident-focused Skilled Nursing Facility located in Lake Wales that dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based rehabilitation services. Our team works collaboratively to ensure each resident receives personalized care that maximizes function, safety, and independence.

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