Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA

Overview

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Locations:
Across the Tampa Bay Area. FOI has PTA opportunities in sports medicine, orthopaedic rehab, and general outpatient therapy with clinic locations including Riverview, Brandon, Citrus Park, Cypress, Pinellas County, New Port Richey, North Tampa, South Tampa, Lakeland, and Sun City Center.

• 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

As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you’ll play a key role in outpatient therapy, sports medicine, and physical rehabilitation. Working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, you’ll help patients recover from orthopaedic injuries, post-surgical procedures, and musculoskeletal conditions.

• Providing individualized patient treatments as outlined in the Physical Therapist’s plan of care
• Documenting each visit with treatment notes, progress updates, and patient assessments
• Instructing patients in exercise programs, proper body mechanics, and safe use of assistive devices
• Guiding patients through gait training and mobility exercises
• Communicating patient status changes promptly to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Serving as a clinical instructor and mentor for PTA students
• Supporting the therapy team and clinic operations as needed

We’re looking for a PTA who is passionate about patient care, orthopaedics, and rehabilitation. Someone who thrives in a fast-paced outpatient therapy setting and finds purpose in helping patients get back to living their best lives.

• 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

• Outpatient orthopaedic or sports medicine therapy experience
• Familiarity with WebPT or other EMR systems

Apply today and be part of a team that helps patients regain strength, mobility, and independence every day.

• Entry level

• Full-time

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