Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Physical Therapy; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic team in Winter Haven, Florida. Location: 1499 6th Street NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881. Schedule: PRN / As Needed, Monday-Friday.

Compensation: $30 per hour. We treat a wide range of outpatient orthopedic conditions across all ages, with a collaborative team including three Physical Therapists, two Physical Therapists Assistants, and two Occupational Therapists.

Qualifications

• Must have PTA licensure in Florida (or license in process).
• CAPTE-certified PTA
• CPR certification required.
• Outpatient orthopedic experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a licensed physical therapist as required by state practice act.
• Deliver high-quality physical therapy services to patients and facilities with minimal supervision.
• Maintain positive interactions with centers, patients, and staff to support treatment goals.
• Graduate PTA from an accredited program.
• Pass the national PTA exam (CAPTE) and obtain/maintain state PTA license.
• Provide CPR and participate in patient care as required by policy and regulation.

Skills

Outpatient orthopedics experience

CPR Certification

Education

College graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient Orthopedics
Location: 1499 6th Street NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
Schedule: PRN / As Needed, Monday-Friday
Compensation: $30 per hour
Select Physical Therapy is seeking a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic team in Winter Haven. Our center features a collaborative group of clinicians, including three Physical Therapists, two Physical Therapist Assistants, and two Occupational Therapists. We treat a wide range of outpatient orthopedic conditions across all ages, diagnoses, and insurance types. Patients include those with general orthopedic needs as well as individuals requiring neuro rehabilitation and fall‑prevention programs. Whether you are an experienced PTA or a new graduate, we welcome you to apply.

• 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.
• 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 2 yrs outpatient orthopedics experience.
• CPR Certification