Physical Therapist Assistant, Inpatient Rehab (PRN/Per Diem)

Position Summary

Where You’ll Work (and Why You’ll Love It!)

Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute offers comprehensive CARF-accredited inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs for adults, adolescents and children, with specialty programs in stroke, spinal cord and brain injury rehabilitation.

A dedicated 54-bed rehabilitation hospital provides post-acute care for patients requiring medical and intensive rehabilitative therapies covering a full range of orthopedic and neurological conditions.

The facility has all-private rooms, three therapy gyms outfitted with the latest technology (e. g., weight-assisted treadmill, robotics for training in arm/hand coordination and walking, and communication-assistance technology), a simulated apartment, and an expansive outdoor space for additional therapeutic activity.

Outpatient centers feature interdisciplinary teams working together to help each patient meet their individual rehabilitation goals and achieve the highest possible level of independence.

A Day in YOUR Life as a Physical Therapist Assistant

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing Physical Therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Location: Orlando Health Advanced Rehabilitation Institute

1300 Hempel Ave, Ocoee, FL

Schedule: PRN/Per Diem

Responsibilities

Demonstrates ability to appropriately treat patients according to professional standards of practice.

Interpersonal communication skills include the ability to coordinate patient care with other team members, and counsel patients and their families.

Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.

Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

Education/Training

Associate degree or graduate from an accredited two-year college program in Physical Therapist Assistant.

Licensure/Certification

• Current license in the State of Florida as Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers

Experience

No Prior Experience Required

The Orlando Health System of Care includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida’s east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our dedicated team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Join us!