At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

Facility: BayCare Health System, Rehab Services Main-WCH

Location: Wesley Chapel Hospital

Status: Full Time, Exempt: No

Shift Hours: 8am - 4:30pm

Weekend Work: Occasional

On Call: No

How often will this team member be working remotely? Never

Physical Therapy Assistant responsibilities - Responsibilities:

Assist Physical Therapists with the administration of interventions utilized in physical therapy and rehabilitation. May progress patients/residents in the treatment plan developed by the physical therapist. May provide direct clinical supervision for Rehabilitation Technicians, Massage Therapists, Athletic Trainers and Fitness Specialists. Team members with temporary permits must work under the direct supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist that has been licensed for a minimum of six months. A supervising licensed Physical Therapist may only supervise one permittee at any given time.

Requirements: 

BLS (Basic Life Support) PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Or, PTA (Physical Therapy Assistant) Temporary and licensure within 6 months Required Associate's - Physical Therapy Preferred 1 year Physical Therapy Assistant 

"Unlock Your Career Potential: Join our Team of Physical Therapist Assistants and Enjoy our Outstanding Benefits!" 

Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) Paid time off Tuition reimbursement 401k match and additional yearly contribution Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus Community discounts AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled