Physical Therapist Assistant

SIGN ON BONUS UP TO $5,000

Florida Physical Therapy Institute (FPTI) has 10 clinics across the south Florida area and we are continuing to grow. The FPTI team provides the best individualized patient care in the south Florida area.

We are looking for a Full-Time licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide clinical coverage as well as perform front office duties for our Estero location. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.

What we offer:

• up to $5,000 Sign On Bonus
• Flexible Schedule - No weekends or Holidays
• We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, quarterly bonuses, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development.
• 401k Match
• Annual CEU allotment and possible reimbursement for certifications
• AI-Assisted EMR system to lessen documentation burden

Responsibilities - Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant:

• Provide hands-on physical therapy to patients using a variety of techniques.
• Educate patients and their families on proper exercise techniques and home care strategies
• Monitor and document patients' progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary with guidance from the supervising Physical Therapist
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care
• Stay up-to-date with advancements in the field of physical therapy and incorporate new techniques into practice
• Participate in marketing programs that educate patients on specific problems.
• Participate in key metric setting and follow up with goals set with colleagues.

Responsibilities - Front Office:

• Managing all front office duties:
  • Answering phones and greeting everyone with a smile
  • Computerized scheduling using WebPT
  • Basic Microsoft Excel reporting
  • Performing insurance verifications/authorizations
  • Exception customer service
• Previous medical experience & understanding of medical insurance preferred.

Skills:

• Physiology knowledge
• Medical terminology
• Anatomy knowledge
• Trigger point therapy expertise
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Strong patient care abilities

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $29.50/hr based on experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Other Supplemental Insurances

Medical specialties:

• Orthopedics
• Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
• Sports Medicine

Schedule:

• Day shift