Physical Therapist Assistant
Universal Health Services
Physical Therapist Assistant
Universal Health Services
Manages hospitals and behavioral health facilities
Alan B. Miller Medical Center
A neighborhood hospital with medical center excellence! The new state-of-the-art hospital will join UHS’ growing regional network of healthcare operations which includes Wellington Regional Medical Center, the ER at Westlake (an extension of Wellington Regional Medical Center), Wellington Physicians Urgent Care and other healthcare services and access points. The Alan B. Miller Medical Center will feature 150 private patient rooms, a medical office building and a helistop. Upon completion of the initial phase of the project, the hospital campus will include 365,000 square feet of hospital and medical office space. The new Medical Center will offer comprehensive medical services including Emergency Care, Orthopedics and Surgical Services, Oncology, Cardiovascular and Neurosurgical services. In addition, the campus will be home to medical office buildings that will provide outpatient services.
Physical Therapist Assistant, Full Time Days
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) supports the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation services by performing patient care activities under the supervision and direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA assists in implementing goal-oriented treatment plans designed to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities in patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. The PTA ensures compliance with state licensure laws, American Physical Therapy Association standards of care, facility policies, and regulatory requirements while promoting patient safety and comfort.
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Physical Therapist Assistant Job Requirements:
Education Requirements:
Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited educational institution.
Experience:
Minimum 1-3 years experience.
3-5 years of experience preferred.
Skills:
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to adapt to multiple and changing priorities.
License / Certification:
Current license to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Florida.
Current certification of Basic Life Support for Health Care Professionals.
Travel Requirements:
Travel is not typically required for this position. However, on an occasional basis, and based on operational or staffing needs, employees may be asked to provide coverage at other facilities within UHS.
Role and Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) supports the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation services by performing patient care activities under the supervision and direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA assists in implementing goal-oriented treatment plans designed to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities in patients recovering from illness, injury, or surgery. The PTA ensures compliance with state licensure laws, American Physical Therapy Association standards of care, facility policies, and regulatory requirements while promoting patient safety and comfort.
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
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Manages hospitals and behavioral health facilities
Universal Health Services operates a network of acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers across the United States. It generates its services by acquiring and managing healthcare facilities, then integrating them under centralized operating practices to deliver patient care. The company’s offering is the management and provision of hospital and behavioral health services, with a focus on standardized clinical operations, economies of scale, and nationwide coverage. What sets UHS apart is its long history of growth through acquisitions, its size and scale in both acute and behavioral health markets, and its ability to integrate new facilities while maintaining consistent care quality. Its goal is to provide high-quality healthcare across a broad network, improve patient outcomes, and sustain long-term value for shareholders by expanding access and efficiency in hospital and behavioral health services.
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