Physical Therapy Assistant

Company Statement

First Step Therapy is a pediatric therapy company offering occupational, physical, speech, feeding, and ABA therapies in clinics, home, and community environments.

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Position Available

Full-time or Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant

First Step Therapy is currently seeking a PTA to join our growing multidisciplinary team at Precious Kiddos PPEC treating clients with a variety of diagnoses ranging from age 0-21 years old within their natural environment. We provide services in schools, daycares, ABA centers, PPECs, and homes. First Step Therapy believes in therapist autonomy and allows providers to choose the setting(s) that best aligns with their skill set.

W2 and 1099 positions available

CASELOAD READY TO GO

Flexible schedule and great benefits

Paid training and mentorship provided for new therapists.

NO CANCELLATIONS AND NO SHOWS

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Matching 401K
• Continuing Education, Licensure, and Professional Liability Reimbursement
• 80 hours PTO with increases at 3 and 5 years of employment
• 6 paid Holidays
• Mileage reimbursement

Job Summary

Physical therapist assistants (PTAs) collaborate with physical therapists to develop and carry out a treatment plan for each patient. Physical therapist assistants work with patients that have developmental delays, teaching them functional skills to improve independence. Assistants monitor and document progress throughout the treatment period.

Job Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science Degree
• Valid Florida PTA License
• Level II fingerprinting background
• Driver's License
• Professional Liability Insurance

Qualifications

• Ability to physically assist patients in performing functional tasks and therapeutic exercises
• (preferred)
• DMI training (preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Essential Functions

• Provide PT services (treatment) to the patients
• Following treatment plan set by evaluating therapist
• Caregiver education
• Team collaboration
• Assisting evaluating therapist in developing appropriate treatment plan at re-evaluation

Company info:

Equal Opportunity Employer

Keywords: PTA, pediatrics, home health, community based,PPEC, Winter Haven, Auburndale.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) 3% Match
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Pediatric: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Background Check (Required)

Work Location: In person