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Physical Therapy Assistant PRN

Empath Health

#Rehabilitation #Patient Care #Healthcare #Clinical Support #Patient Education #Home Health #Physical Therapy Assistant #Florida Licensure #Functional Assessment #Empath Health #Allied Therapists

Part Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Location

Lee County, Florida

Quick overview

Provides physical therapy services to patients in their homes while following the established plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Assists in evaluating patient equipment needs and educates patients and families on self-care techniques to improve functional levels.

Requirements summary

Requires completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant program and current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Florida. A minimum of one year of experience as a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant is required, with home health experience preferred.

professional certificateRehabilitationPatient carePatient educationRegulatory complianceClinical documentationPhysical therapyHome health careEquipment evaluation

Job description

Empath Home Health, a member of Empath Health, is seeking a caring and motivated PRN Physical Therapy Assistant PTA to cover our Fort Myers area.

Locations: home health visits in Fort Myers

What you'll Do

Provides physical therapy services to patients in compliance with agency policies and procedures, federal and state regulations, following the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

Assists Physical Therapist in evaluating equipment needs of patient to increase functional level.

Participates in the education of patient and family on methods of self-care and techniques to improve or maintain patient’s level of functioning.

Why Join Empath Health? • Earn Competitive Pay

Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Benefits &
Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
Industry-Leading
PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
Grow
Your
Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
Make a
Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You'll Need
Proof of completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant program.
Licensure as Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Florida.
Minimum of one (1) year experience as a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.
Home Health care experience preferred.

What You'll Find at Empath Health Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity.
Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.

Benefits

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Life insurance
Continuing education support
Wellness programs
Retirement plan with company match