Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA
$25/h-$37/h
Florida Orthopaedic Institutea day ago
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Summary
Florida Orthopaedic Institute is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join their team in St. Petersburg, FL. The role involves providing outpatient therapy, sports medicine, and physical rehabilitation under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
About the Role
As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you will be responsible for delivering individualized patient treatments, documenting visits, instructing patients in exercise programs, guiding them through mobility exercises, and communicating patient status changes to the supervising Physical Therapist. You will also serve as a clinical instructor for PTA students and support clinic operations.
About You
Required:
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Active Florida PTA license.
- Current CPR certification.
- Compassionate, patient-focused, and motivated to help people achieve their rehab goals.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work as part of a team.
Preferred:
- Outpatient orthopaedic or sports medicine therapy experience.
- Familiarity with WebPT or other EMR systems.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonuses available!
- Competitive pay: $25.00/hr - $37.00/hr (based on skills and experience)
- Realistic scheduling and productivity goals that prioritize quality patient care
- Career growth opportunities and advancement pathways
- License renewal reimbursement and CME/CEU support
- Competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k)
- Generous paid time off, plus 8 paid holidays annually
- Opportunities to collaborate with leading orthopaedic surgeons and rehab specialists
- A culture of teamwork, education, and patient-centered excellence
Florida Orthopaedic Institute
Florida's premier orthopedic practice, offering world-class care since 1989.
St. Petersburg, FL