Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Medical; Lake Wales (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Student Loan Repayment

PTO

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy in Lake Wales, FL, is hiring a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for outpatient orthopedics. The center treats vestibular rehab, sports medicine, and fall prevention, working with a small team (1.25 PTs and 1 PTA). Schedule: Monday–Friday; compensation starts at $28+ per hour with a $15,000 sign-on bonus plus $200/month student loan repayment.

New graduates and experienced candidates are welcome. Benefits include PTO, health plan, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Must have passed the CAPTE PTA exam.
• Valid PTA license or license in process.
• CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a licensed PT as required by state act.
• Deliver high quality PT services with minimal supervision.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers, patients and staff.

Education

College graduate of an accredited PTA program

Passed national examination for PTAs (CAPTE)

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Orthopedics

Location: Lake Wales, FLSchedule: Monday–FridayCompensation: Starting at $28+ per hour. Starting rate based on experienceIncentives: $15,000 Sign-On Bonus + $200/month Student Loan Repayment

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our outpatient orthopedic team in Lake Wales. This center treats a diverse patient population with specialties including vestibular rehabilitation, sports medicine, and fall prevention. You will work collaboratively with a team consisting of 1.25 Physical Therapists and 1 PTA in a supportive, growth-oriented environment.

We welcome both newly licensed and experienced candidates.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
• Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Qualifications

• College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
• Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
• CPR certification

Additional Data

• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection

Relocation assistance available!