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Physical Therapist Assistant

Ascension

Salary undisclosed

Jacksonville, FL, United StatesFull-timeOn-siteIntermediate

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Description

  • Execute medically prescribed treatments under PT supervision.
  • Implement personalized plans of care using evidence-based techniques for diverse patient populations.
  • Maintain accurate, real-time documentation of all interventions and progress.
  • Coordinate and mentor therapy aides, students, and support staff.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. 
  • Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) credentialed from the Florida Board of Physical Therapy Practice obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

  • High school diploma or GED required.

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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About this role

Ascension's Jacksonville physical therapy clinic is seeking a PTA to deliver hands-on treatment to patients under supervising PT direction. You'll execute evidence-based interventions tailored to each patient's care plan, maintain detailed documentation of progress, and help coordinate the work of therapy aides and students on the clinic floor. The role suits someone comfortable working within a structured clinical environment while taking on some mentoring responsibility.

To qualify, you'll need current Florida PTA credentials before your start date and must obtain BLS certification within your first month. A high school diploma or GED is the baseline education requirement. Ascension describes itself as a large nonprofit Catholic health system with emphasis on inclusive workplace culture; the organization has received recognition as a Military-Friendly Gold Employer and ranks among the top healthcare workplaces.

Typical pay for this role

$80,000

Typical range: $60,000 to $100,000

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