Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Medical; Wesley Chapel (FL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing Education

Career Growth

401(k)

Job summary

Select Medical's Wesley Chapel outpatient center is hiring a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join a small team focused on outpatient orthopedics, neuro, vestibular, and hand therapy. The role supports a licensed PT under supervision, delivering high-quality care to patients.

The PTA must have at least 1 year of outpatient orthopedic experience, CPR certification, and an active state PTA license (or in process). This PRN position offers $35/hour and flexible per-diem scheduling.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Passed the CAPTE national PTA examination.
• Valid PTA license or in process.
• Minimum 1 year outpatient orthopedic experience.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Deliver high-quality PT services in accordance with PT principles and center policies.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers, patients, and staff.

Skills

Outpatient orthopedics

Communication skills

Team collaboration

CPR certification

Education

Accredited PTA program graduate

CAPTE PTA national exam

PTA license (in progress acceptable)

Job description

Overview

Position:Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Orthopedics

Location: Wesley Chapel, FL

Schedule: As Needed/PRN Mon - Fri

Compensation: $35.00/hour

Select Physical Therapy's outpatient center in Wesley Chapel is now hiring a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA). Join our clinical team of 2 clinicians, treating primarily outpatient orthopedics. Our center specializes in neuro, vestibular, and hand therapy. Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistants with a minimum of 1 year of experience are welcome to apply!

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)
• Minimum 1 yr outpatient orthopedic experience.
• CPR Certification

Additional Data

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Part Time/PRN Perks:

• Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year