Physical Therapy Assistant 
Tampa, FL
AdventHealth Tampa
Job Schedule: Full-time
Pay Range: $21.55 - $40.08 per hour
Job ID: 25033460
Job Family: Rehabilitation Services
Shift: 1 - Day
We have more than 50 years of experience using innovative medicine to elevate health care in the Tampa region. We continue to make history every day through our clinical research program, which applies the latest advancements in medical technology to treatments that can be used today.
Our diverse clinical specialties include cancer, cardiovascular care, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's health and surgery led by some of the nation’s leading surgeons skilled in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures. We’re also home to the AdventHealth Pepin Heart Institute, nationally recognized for advances in cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment and research.
With the clinical expertise, innovation, and compassion of our team members, we're changing the way people look at health care.
Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.
All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
Paid Days Off from Day One
Student Loan Repayment Program
Career Development
Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Schedule: Full Time
Shift : Days
Location: 3100 East Fletcher Avenue Tampa, Florida 33613
The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth Tampa
AdventHealth Tampa, a faith-based not-for-profit 626-bed tertiary-level acute care hospital located in the uptown district of Tampa, Florida, specializes in advanced cardiovascular medicine, neuroscience and neurology, digestive health, orthopedics, womens services, pediatrics, oncology, endocrinology, bariatrics, wound healing, sleep medicine and general surgery including minimally invasive and robot-assisted procedures. GME programs on the hospital campus currently include general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine and transitional year.
AdventHealth Tampa is home to the renowned AdventHealth Pepin Heart Institute, a recognized leader in cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment and leading-edge research caring for Tampa Bays hearts for over 35 years.
The Kiran C. Patel Research Institute, also located at AdventHealth Tampa, leads the way in clinical and academic research in the areas of neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, advanced surgery and more contributing valuable knowledge that leads to tomorrows cures for conditions such as heart failure, cancer and other diseases.
The role you'll contribute:
The Physical Therapy Assistant implements patient care for assigned patients under the direction of a Physical Therapist in accordance with the Florida Physical Therapy Association standards and pursuant to Florida Department of Professional Regulation, Chapter 486.021 (b): Physical Therapy Assistant means a person who is licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter to perform patient related activities, including the use of physical agents, whose license is in good standing and whose activities are performed under the direction of a Physical Therapist as set forth in rules adapted pursuant to this chapter.
The value you'll bring to the team:
Demonstrates through behavior Florida Hospitals Core Values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork as outlined in the organizations Performance Excellence Program.
Assessment: Collection of comprehensive data pertinent to the patients health or situation. Accurately assesses and records patient progress towards attainment of expected outcomes.
Diagnosis: Assists the Physical Therapist in the review of assessment data to identify diagnoses or issues.
Outcomes Identification: Assists the Physical Therapist in planning interventions and goals with the patient/family based on the identified problems and desired outcomes.
Planning: The patients Plan of Care is recorded and followed.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:
Graduate of an accredited School for Physical Therapy Assistant.
Current Florida Physical Therapy Assistant License
Current BLS from American Heart Association
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
Category: Rehabilitation Services
Organization: AdventHealth Tampa
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 25033460
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
