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First Step Therapy LLC

Physical Therapy Assistant

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 2 weeks ago

Location: Winter Haven, FL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.

$58,666 / year median in Florida

+26% projected growth

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Job Description

Position Available:

Full-time or Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant First Step Therapy is currently seeking a PTA to join our growing multidisciplinary team in our Leesburg Clinic treating clients with a variety of diagnoses ranging from age 0-21 years old. W2 and 1099 positions available Flexible schedule and great benefits! Paid training and mentorship provided for new therapists.

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 1 year pediatric experience (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: http://www.firststep-therapy.com

Equal Opportunity Employer Keywords:

PTA, pediatrics, clinic based, Winter Haven, Polk County. About First Step Therapy LLC First Step Therapy is a pediatric therapy company offering occupational, physical, speech, feeding, and ABA therapies in clinics, home, and community environments.