Physical Therapy Assistant | Outpatient Rehab Medical Plaza| Days | Full-time
UF Health
Location
Gainesville, Florida
Quick overview
The Pelvic Physical Therapy Assistant will provide rehabilitation services and education to patients in a multidisciplinary outpatient rehab setting. They will work closely with therapists and support staff to ensure comprehensive care and improve patients' quality of life.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have an Associate's Degree in Rehab Therapy and be a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Florida. No previous clinical experience is necessary, but strong communication skills and knowledge in therapy services are required.
Job description
Overview
- UF Health Shands Outpatient Rehab Services is dedicated to providing excellent patient care to individuals throughout north central Florida.
- Through comprehensive rehabilitation programs, we hope to create a safe and comfortable environment that empowers individuals to manage their care independently, return to a functional lifestyle and improve their quality of life.
- We are dedicated to treating our patients with compassion, creativity, respect and confidentiality.
- Our rehab centers accomplish this with close working relationships between our referring physicians, therapists, support staff, University of Florida College of Public Health and Health Professions and the University of Florida Athletics Program.
- Our therapists provide rehabilitation services and education to patients.
- We offer continuing education, journal clubs, staff mentoring and the ability to be involved with student clinical education and our UF Health accredited residency programs in Sports and Orthopedics.
- The UF Health Rehab Center – Medical Plaza is a multidisciplinary center providing occupational, physical and massage therapy services, specializing in oncology, lymphedema and cardiopulmonary conditions.
- We also provide services for the general orthopedic and rheumatologic conditions.
- We are integrated with specialty physician clinics and ancillary services to provide comprehensive care.
- Our therapists provide an interdisciplinary approach and collaborate in research and education leading to improved care and quality of life for all of the patients being seen.
- UF Health Experience & Rewards: Level 1 trauma center and teaching hospital NCI-designated cancer institute U.S.
- Olympic & Paralympic Medical Network provider Multi-disciplinary rehab centers Annual salary reviews Accrued PTO yearly including 10 holidays PTO increase 3rd/5th/10th year of service Competitive healthcare and retirement plans Student loan financial support PSLF-eligible employer Tuition reimbursement
Responsibilities
In this role, the Physical Therapist Assistant will assist the Physical Therapist or Occupational Therapist to provide therapy services and education to patients. In addition, will contribute to the education and professional development of other healthcare providers and students in the field of rehabilitation. Schedule FTE: 1.0 Shift Hours: 7:00am-6:00pm; TBD Days of Week: Monday-Friday
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
- Associates Degree in a Rehab Therapy. No previous clinical experience necessary. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in a broad range of therapy services and settings. Demonstrates strong communication skills.
- Licensure/Certification/Registration: Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Florida
