Physical Therapist Assistant Float - Tampa Bay Area

Florida Orthopaedic Institute; Temple Terrace (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their mission of empowering individuals to reclaim their joy and identity. This role focuses on rehabilitating patients through personalized care plans, documenting progress, and providing essential training on assistive devices. The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited physical therapy program, hold a Florida state license, and possess a passion for making a positive impact in the community. Join a diverse team committed to excellence and innovation in physical therapy, with opportunities for career growth and a supportive work environment that values patient-centered care.

Benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

License Renewal Fee Reimbursement

CME/CEU Reimbursement

8 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program and licensed in Florida.
• CPR certification required and a passion for patient care.

Responsibilities

• Rehabilitate patients and provide follow-up treatments as per care plan.
• Document patient progress and instruct on exercise programs.

Skills

Patient Care

Gait Training

Exercise Instruction

Clinical Instruction

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited Physical Therapy Education Program

Florida State Licensure

CPR Certification

Tools

WebPT

Job description

Who is ready to join us on this mission to empower people to regain their happiness and identity, by decreasing their pain, restoring their motion and strength, and resuming activities and roles that bring them joy and a sense of purpose?

We are ready! Are you?

In this role you will:

Physical Therapist Assistant are responsible for rehabilitating and providing follow up patient treatments using plan of care recommended by the evaluating Physical Therapist.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for keeping Physical Therapist up to date of any changes in patient medical status.
2. Document upon each visit, patient treatment, progress and assessment.
3. Instruct patient in individualized exercise program, within protocol parameters and plan of treatment.
4. Instruct patient in gait training and proper use of assistive devices.
5. Acts as a clinical instructor and supervisor for P.T.A. students.
6. All other duties as assigned.

About You:

1. Graduate of an accredited physical therapy education program.
2. Florida State Licensure.
3. CPR certification required.
4. Wants to make a positive impact in people's lives to return them back to living their fullest life.
5. Ready to work with a diverse team of clinicians dedicated to excellence and redefining how physical therapy is perceived and administered globally.
6. Passionate about learning and collaborating with other like-minded clinicians and physicians that truly want to make a difference in their community by dedicating themselves to a patient centered focus.

We'd Love It If You Also Had:

1. WebPT experience.
2. Outpatient Orthopaedic therapy setting experience.

What we offer:

1. Realistic scheduling and productivity goals that allow for the high quality of care and delivery of services.
2. Career growth and advancement.
3. Reimbursement of License renewal fee & CME/CEU's required for licensing.
4. Competitive benefits: 401(k), PTO, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability.
5. 8 paid holidays a year in addition to your regular Paid Time Off (PTO)!
6. Opportunity to work with some of the best surgeons in the country.

Due to our expanding offices, we have opportunities across the State of Florida!