Physical Therapist Assistant

Health Marketing; Polk City (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Marketing in Polk City, Florida, is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support an outpatient rehab clinic under a licensed PT.

You will guide patients through exercises, document care, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective treatment plans.

This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, accurate documentation, and clear communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-first mindset.
• Strong communication and ability to educate and motivate patients.
• Ability to follow clinical direction and contribute to care plans.
• Attention to safety, detail, and accurate documentation.
• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate.

Responsibilities

• Implement components of treatment plans under PT direction.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and activities to improve function and mobility.
• Monitor patient response and progress, and report observations to the PT.
• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and self-care strategies.
• Document care accurately and maintain clinical records.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated care.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and positive patient experience.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Follow clinical direction

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (Outpatient Rehab)

Assist a licensed Physical Therapist by delivering evidence-based, individualized patient care in an outpatient rehabilitation clinic.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement components of treatment plans under PT direction


• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and activities to improve function and mobility


• Monitor patient response and progress, and report observations to the PT


• Educate patients and families on exercises, safety, and self-care strategies


• Document care accurately and maintain clinical records


• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support coordinated care


• Maintain a safe, supportive, and positive patient experience

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate, patient-first approach


• Strong communication and ability to educate and motivate patients


• Ability to follow clinical direction and contribute to care plans


• Attention to safety, detail, and accurate documentation


• Team-oriented mindset and willingness to collaborate