Physical Therapy Assistant

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Good Samaritan Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Good Samaritan Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Staff Therapist Assistant shall demonstrate the clinical ability to provide therapy services to patients with various diagnoses as prescribed by a licensed physician. Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

1. Follows the plan of care developed by the PT, OT, or SLP, and documents treatment within 24 hours of visit, per department policy.
2. Delivery of treatment is effective/appropriate and corresponds to the plan of care
3. The PT is updated on changes in patient status.
4. Documentation of treatment and progress is completed on time.

Qualifications

Education:

Associates Degree in OTA, PTA, or SLPA.

Certification/License:

BLS approved by the AHA.

Licensed by Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance.

Certificate of Clinical Competency (CCC) or documentation that you are in the process of completing CCC, in the case of Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) SLPA.

Experience:

Required - none. Desired – One year or more.

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Organization Description

Good Samaritan Medical Center (GSMC) is a 333-bed acute care hospital, part of the Palm Beach Health Network, that provides sophisticated, personalized and emergency medical care to Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast with over 100 years of experience. GSMC utilizes some of the latest robotic technologies for robust general surgery procedures including the MAKO and Da Vinci robots. Our cancer center is accredited by the Commission on Cancer, anchored by our state-of-the-art Breast Center. Join our team!

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