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Physical Therapist Assistant/Physical Therapist

First Step Therapy
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First Step Therapy, LLC

Physical Therapy Assistant/ Physical Therapist

 

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

 

Apply now and take the First Step toward a fulfilling career!
 

Position Available

Full-time or Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant/Physical Therapist

First Step Therapy is currently seeking a PTA/PT to join our growing multidisciplinary team at Learning Tree PPEC in Tampa, FL 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

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.

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

Job Requirements

  • Associate of Applied Science Degree (PTA)/Bachelors or Doctorate Degree (PT)
  • Valid Florida PTA/PT 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)
  • DMI training (preferred)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
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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