Physical Therapist Assistant

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. BayCare is currently in search of our newest Acute Physical Therapist Assistant Pool/PRN who is passionate about providing outstanding customer service to our community. St. Joseph’s Hospital is well known for its advanced medical technologies and outstanding patient care, with more than 70 specialties represented among our medical teams. As part of the community since 1934, St. Joseph’s Hospital has been a partner for continued health and wellness. Acute Physical Therapist Assistant Key Responsibilities Assist in implementing treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist. Provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional ADL (Activities of Daily Living) mobility interventions. Monitor and document patient progress, reporting changes to the supervising therapist. Educate patients and families on exercises and techniques to support recovery. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nurses, physicians, and occupational therapists. Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards. Ensure patient safety and comfort during therapy sessions. Adhere to infection control and hospital policies. Qualifications Experience in acute care or hospital setting preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment. 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 Location: St Josephs Main Hospital - Tampa, FL Status: Pool, Exempt: No Shift Hours: Variable/Days Weekend Work: Occasional On Call: No How often will this team member be working remotely? Never Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

Assist in implementing treatment plans by providing therapeutic exercises, gait training, and functional mobility interventions. Monitor patient progress and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient care.

Requires a PTA license or temporary licensure within 6 months and BLS certification. An associate degree in Physical Therapy is required, with one year of experience in an acute care setting preferred.

• interdisciplinary collaborationPreferred

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• Therapeutic Exercises
• Gait Training
• Functional ADL Mobility
• Patient Education
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Clinical Documentation
• Patient Safety
• Infection Control
• Acute Care

• Healthcare

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 25, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Associate