Physical Therapy Assistant

lakeeffectchiro; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

PTO after 1 year

Free chiropractic care

YMCA membership

Job summary

Lake Effect Chiropractic in Bay City, MI is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to guide patients through focused rehabilitation and personalized movement plans. Expect concise, 10–20 minute sessions that keep patients engaged and progressing, in a collaborative clinic setting with doctors.

Qualified candidates are licensed PTAs or ATCs with a fitness-forward mindset and strong communication. The role offers $25–$30/hour, Monday–Friday schedule, plus 401(k), PTO after one year, free

Qualifications

• Licensed PTA or ATC certification required.
• Commitment to fitness-forward lifestyle.
• Strong communication and coaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through rehabilitation sessions.
• Lead 10–20 minute sessions with structured exercises.
• Collaborate with doctors and teammates to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Licensed PTA

ATC Certification

Communication skills

Coaching skills

Job description

Lake Effect Chiropractic is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant in Bay City, MI, to help patients achieve active, confident lives. This position offers $25 to $30 per hour based on experience, with a consistent schedule Monday 8 AM – 5 PM, Tuesday 9 AM – 7 PM, Wednesday 9 AM – 5 PM, Thursday 9 AM – 7 PM, Friday 8 AM – 12 PM.

Benefits include a 401(k) and PTO after one year, free chiropractic care, and money for a YMCA membership.

Join us to make a difference!

OUR IDEAL PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) OR Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC)
• Commitment to a fitness-forward and health-conscious lifestyle
• Strong communication and coaching skills

If you can meet the requirements above, keep reading to find out what your day entails!

THE VITAL ROLE YOU HAVE

You guide patients through hands-on rehabilitation sessions, leading them through structured corrective exercises and customized movement plans that support real recovery. You operate in a dynamic environment where sessions remain concise and impactful, focusing on 10–20 minute interactions that keep patients actively engaged in their progress. You work side-by-side with doctors and teammates, ensuring each individual receives coordinated care that builds strength, restores function, and increases confidence. You play a key role in creating positive patient experiences, reinforcing progress, and helping individuals stay committed to their long-term health journey.

OUR STORY

We are dedicated to helping individuals overcome a diverse range of conditions so they can lead healthy, pain-free lives! Whether it's due to accidents, sports injuries, chronic pain, or migraines, we offer a comprehensive range of holistic care to address any issue. Our newest addition, Lake Effect Functional Fitness, is a state-of-the-art 1,500 sq. ft. gym located within the clinic, featuring small group training classes in a unique clinic-gym hybrid environment. This setup allows our patients to seamlessly transition from care to the gym, continuing their journey towards strength and wellness for life – an approach that distinguishes us from typical sports chiropractic offices. Additionally, this creates opportunities for coaching classes and supplementary income.

OUR AMAZING CULTURE

We cultivate a culture of support, growth, and teamwork where every individual is empowered to thrive and bring their best selves to work. Our dedicated team is always looking to improve and we seek dynamic individuals who share our commitment to helping others. If you're eager to be part of an environment that values collaboration, innovation, and ongoing improvement, our chiropractic clinic is the perfect place for you! Come join us!