Physical Therapy Assistant

CAREWELL PHYSICAL THERAPY & BALANCE CENTER; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Benefits/Perks

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

CAREWELL PHYSICAL THERAPY & BALANCE CENTER in Tampa, FL seeks a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient exercise, monitor safety, and record progress. You’ll work closely with patients and a supportive team to help recovery and daily tasks.

The role emphasizes a positive, nurturing environment, accurate documentation, and using assistive devices as needed. Candidates should have current state license and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support and simple advice for their daily lives
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Benefits/Perks
• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite