Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here (https://www.myworkday.com/umiami/d/task/1422$7248.htmld) to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn how to apply for a faculty or staff position using the Career worklet, please review this tip sheet (https://my.it.miami.edu/wda/erpsec/tipsheets/ER\_eRecruiting\_ApplyforaJob.pdf) . The University of Miami UHealth at SoLé Mia opening September 2025, will bring high-quality academic medicine to North Miami, Aventura, and surrounding communities. Our expert team of physicians and staff will represent a wide range of specialties, including NCI–designated Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the number one eye hospital in the nation. UHealth at SoLé Mia will also deliver the latest in urologic treatments from the renowned Desai Sethi Urology Institute as well as top-notch care from UHealth’s nationally ranked neurology and neurosurgery programs. The University of Miami UHealth – Department of Physical Therapy at SoLé Mia has an exciting opportunity for a full time Physical Therapy Assistant. 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 + Assists with the evaluation of new patients, establishment of goals, and development of appropriate treatment plans. + Documents all evaluations, treatments, and other pertinent patient interactions. + Provides relevant information to patients and families regarding medical conditions and gives them instructions for conducting home activities. + Communicates with physicians and their staff to obtain necessary information and suggests revisions in treatment. + Utilizes treatment tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner. + Maintains a satisfactory level of productivity and demonstrates willingness to adjust personal schedule in case of crisis and real clinic need. + Participates in quality and safety improvement activities. + Maintains confidentiality of all patient information according to federal, local, and state guidelines and regulations. + Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary. CORE QUALIFICATIONS + Associate's Degree in relevant field + FL Licensed PT Assistant + Minimum 1 year of relevant experience Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes: + Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail. + Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines. + Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion. + Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary. + Commitment to the University’s core values. + Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more. UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information. Job Status: Full time Employee Type: Staff Pay Grade: H8