Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Coverage Areas: North Miami, North Miami Beach, Miami Beach, Aventura, Biscayne Gardens, Wynwood, and Miami Shores.

Job Type: Per Diem

Job Overview

Prestige Home Care Services of Miami Dade is seeking a compassionate and reliable Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled home health services to patients in their homes throughout North Miami, North Miami Beach, Miami Beach, Aventura, and Biscayne Gardens.

The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and assist in implementing individualized treatment plans designed to improve patients' mobility, strength, balance, and overall functional independence.

This position offers a flexible schedule and competitive per-visit compensation.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, transfer training, balance activities, and mobility improvement.
• Observe and report patient responses and changes in condition to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Reinforce patient and caregiver education regarding home exercise programs and safety measures.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Communicate effectively with physicians, therapists, patients, caregivers, and agency staff.
• Participate in care coordination and case conferences as required.
• Maintain compliance with Medicare, HIPAA, and agency policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Florida Physical Therapist Assistant License in good standing.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Home Health experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Reliable transportation and current auto insurance.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while following the supervising therapist's plan of care.

Required Documents

• Florida Physical Therapist Assistant License
• Driver's License
• Social Security Card
• CPR Certification
• Auto Insurance
• Professional Liability Insurance
• Physical Examination with TB Screening
• Proof of Eligibility to Work in the United States

Required In-Service Training

Candidates must provide proof of completion of the following in-service trainings:

• OSHA
• HIPAA
• Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders
• Infection Control
• Medical Errors
• AIDS/HIV
• Domestic Violence

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Competitive pay per visit
• Visits available immediately
• Supportive clinical team
• Opportunity to work within your preferred coverage area
• Consistent referral opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold an active Florida Physical Therapist Assistant License?
• Are you willing to travel to North Miami, North Miami Beach, Miami Beach, Aventura, Biscayne Gardens, and Wynwood?

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)
• English (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road