AdventHealthSports Ortho Physical Therapy Assistant

Orlando, FL

Sports Ortho Physical Therapist Assistant - AdventHealth Sports Med & Rehab Lake Nona

Top Reasons to work at AdventHealth Sports Med and Rehab

• Commitment to whole-person care, giving you the opportunity to help heal people in mind body and spirit.

• Fulfilling work with people who treat you like family.

• Excellent benefits, market-driven wages and career development opportunities.

• Recognized for the seventh year in a row as a recipient of the Gallup Great Workplace Award as part of the AdventHealth network.

• Opportunities for advancement as we expand our network across the nation.

Schedule/Shift: Full Time; Flexible shifts available. Either Monday - Friday 9am-6pm or 10am-7pm. No weekends, no holidays!

Location Address: 9975 Tavistock Lakes Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapy/Therapist Assistant conducts physical therapy under the supervision of a physical therapist.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Based on the findings and goals established by the Physical Therapist evaluation, the Therapist Assistant implements an individualized treatment plan of care utilizing Practice Standards and recommended techniques, insurance guidelines and patient’s needs. Modifies treatment plan as appropriate based upon on-going assessments and consultation with the Physical Therapist.

• Collects patient data and communicates to the Physical Therapist regarding discharge recommendations when maximum benefit has been achieved and/or according to the standards of practice and payer guidelines.

• Participates in practice changes as a result of performance improvement activities. Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department

• Practices principles of professional development by maintaining clinical competencies, using best and/or evidence-based practices and serving as a clinical instructor

• Regularly participates in marketing to physicians/physician practices to build referral relationships. Supports consumer marketing and public awareness through participation in community events, educational lectures/speaking, and/or other extension of clinical expertise to the community as approved by manager or director

Qualifications

What You Will Need:

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy

• Current valid State of Florida license as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

• Temporary State of Florida permit as Physical Therapist Assistant*

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.