Encompass Health is looking for Physical Therapist Assistant – Inpatient Rehabilitation in Vero Beach, FL.
This local job opportunity with ID 3956045290 is live since 2026-11-09 23:22:13.
Encompass Health seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant for our inpatient rehabilitation hospital. In this role, you’ll deliver evidence-based therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist, helping patients recovering from stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic conditions, and other serious illnesses regain function and independence. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, leading therapeutic exercises and mobility training, documenting progress, and educating patients and families. You’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a mission-driven, patient-centered environment that values clinical excellence, compassion, and work–life balance. Provide physical therapy interventions under direction of a Physical Therapist Implement individualized treatment plans for inpatient rehab patients Lead therapeutic exercises, gait training, and mobility activities Monitor and document patient progress and response to treatment Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and home programs Collaborate with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team Maintain compliance with regulatory, safety, and documentation standards Assist with patient transfers, positioning, and use of assistive devices Therapeutic exercise implementation Gait and balance training Neurologic rehabilitation techniques Orthopedic rehabilitation techniques Patient transfer and mobility skills Electronic medical record (EMR) documentation Patient and family education Interdisciplinary team collaboration Vital signs monitoring and basic patient assessment Infection control and safety compliance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance 401k Current state license or eligibility as a Physical Therapist Assistant Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program Current BLS/CPR certification Experience in inpatient rehabilitation or acute care preferred5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
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