Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Physical Therapy; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant in Winter Park, FL. The role involves responsible patient care under the supervision of licensed therapists and implementing physical therapy services while maintaining positive interactions with clients. Ideal candidates are those who have graduated from accredited PTA programs, have CPR certification, and are looking for mentorship and professional development opportunities. This position offers flexibility and potential for future full-time opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be a college graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
• Must have passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE.
• Must hold a valid state PTA license (or be in the process of obtaining one).

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under direction of a licensed physical therapist.
• Implement high-quality physical therapy services with minimal supervision.
• Maintain interaction with centers and enhance client relations.

Skills

Patient care

Collaboration

Communication

Therapeutic techniques

Education

Accredited physical therapist assistant program

CPR certification

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant

Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics

Location: 1400 S Orlando Ave, Suite 207, Winter Park, FL 32789

Schedule: Part Time. Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10 to 7 or Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

Compensation: 28 to 30 per hour. Starting rate based on experience.

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Part Time Physical Therapist Assistant for our outpatient center in Winter Park. The clinic is staffed with two full time Physical Therapists and one part time Occupational Therapist. This location offers strong mentorship opportunities, including collaboration with an experienced clinician who is a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist and serves as the center’s Student Coordinator. This role is well suited for newer therapists seeking guidance and professional development and experienced therapists.

Additional hours may be available. Candidates who are open to covering multiple centers in the area may have the opportunity to transition to full time.

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.