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PPEC-Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant

First Step Therapy, LLC
Lakeland, FL Full Time | Part Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 12/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/8/2026

Company Statement

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

Ready to grow with us and be part of something special?

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

Position Available

Full-time or Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant

First Step Therapy is currently seeking a PTA to join our growing multidisciplinary team at Horizons PPEC in Lakeland 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.

Caseload Ready to go!

NO CANCELLATIONS AND NO SHOWS

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)
  • DMI training (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, home health, community based, school based, PPEC, Lakeland, Polk County.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

Pay: $30.00 - $37.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Associate (Required)

Experience:

  • Pediatric: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (Required)
  • Background Check (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $37

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