Physical Therapy Assistant
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Job Location:
Atlantis, FL - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Acute Rehab / Hospital
Atlantis Florida
Contract Duration: Apr 6 2026 Jul 6 2026 (13 Weeks)
Estimated Weekly Pay: $1654.50
Schedule: Day Shift 8:30 AM 5:00 PM
Position Overview
Trinity Healthcare Talent Services is seeking a Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for an acute inpatient rehab setting at HCA Florida JFK Hospital.
This role involves assisting Physical Therapists in delivering rehabilitation care to patients with orthopedic neurological and cardiovascular conditions.
Facility Information
- Facility: HCA Florida JFK Hospital
- Location: Atlantis FL
- Setting: Acute Inpatient Rehab
- Unit Size: 42-bed inpatient rehab unit
- Charting System: Meditech
- Contract Length: 13 Weeks
Key Responsibilities
- Assist PTs in implementing treatment plans
- Provide therapy interventions including:
- Therapeutic exercises
- Gait and mobility training
- Balance and strength training
- Treat patients with:
- Orthopedic conditions
- Neurological disorders
- Cardiovascular conditions
- Monitor patient response and report progress to PT
- Maintain accurate documentation in Meditech
- Support patient transfers and mobility activities
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team
Clinical Highlights
- Acute inpatient rehab setting
- Exposure to diverse patient populations
- Team-based environment (PTs PTAs OT)
- No night shifts
Scheduling Details
- Shift: 8:30 AM 5:00 PM
- Weekends: 1 weekend per month
- (Comp days provided during weekdays)
- On-Call: None
Required Qualifications
Active Florida PTA License
BLS Certification (AHA required)
Minimum 1 year recent experience in:
- Acute Care OR
- Inpatient Rehab OR
- Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)
Preferred Qualifications
Meditech EMR experience
Strong inpatient rehab background
Experience with orthopedic and neuro patients
Compliance Notes
Must have relevant inpatient/rehab experience
Must be flexible with scheduling based on patient volume
Weekend rotation required
Why Consider This Assignment
Work in a top-tier teaching hospital
Exposure to multiple specialties (cardio neuro ortho)
Structured rehab unit with strong team support
No night shifts
Good experience-building role
Ideal Candidate Profile
- PTA with acute or rehab experience
- Strong in patient handling & mobility training
- Team-oriented and adaptable
