Physical Therapy Assistant 1

Job description

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position, please review this tip sheet . The Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a full time Physical Therapy Assistant 1 to work in Miami, FL. The Physical Therapy Assistant 1 assists with a patient's rehabilitative activities. Additionally, the incumbent facilitates exercise instruction and demonstration, and patient evaluation and testing. An employee in this position works with an emphasis on helping patients and clients suffering from injuries or diseases to restore function, improve mobility, relieve pain, and prevent or limit permanent physical disabilities. CORE JOB FUNCTIONS: Provide physical therapy treatment to patients in accordance with an established treatment plan as directed by a physical therapist. Demonstrate knowledge and ability to apply therapeutic principles and practices within the scope of professional limitations. Progress patients skillfully and safely through the levels of treatment within the maximum capabilities...