Physical Therapy Assistant

About the company: At Ascent Wellness Program (AWP), we have a passion for inclusive, culturally-appropriate, and accessible wellness services for all identities, ages, backgrounds, and abilities. We're looking for motivated people like you to join our mission! As an equal opportunity employer and a company that serves an incredibly diverse group of clients, we love to receive applications from individuals with lives and stories as unique as the people we serve. 

AWP is a one-of-a-kind local program dedicated to bringing yoga and mindfulness, fitness and personal training, outdoor services, nutrition services, physical therapy, peer support, art therapy, and music therapy to the Milwaukee community, with a particular focus on serving individuals in mental health recovery and people with disabilities.

At Ascent Wellness Program, we know that the way we treat our providers ripples out into the services our clients receive, so our culture is one that values community, open communication, acceptance, and support. We want everyone to have what they need to be their best self personally and professionally, including work that is purpose-driven, learning opportunities for personal and professional growth, and financial stability. Wellness providers begin with an orientation period during which employees receive valuable training on innovative, research-based body-mind practices, along with a gradual introduction to client services. 

Learn more about us here: https://www.ascentwellnessprogram.com/ 

Workplace benefits (subject to eligibility requirements) include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time employees & their families.
• Short-term disability, life, and other voluntary supplemental insurance (e.g., accident protection, hospital, and cancer plans).
• 401k retirement plan (with company match after 1 year of service).
• Access to free and discounted wellness services, including massage/bodywork and chiropractic care.
• Employee Assistance Program including access to free professional counseling services.
• Paid time off and flexible schedule. 
• Reimbursement for cell phones, professional development, and job-related incidental expenses.

About the role: The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is a hybrid role, working both as a PTA and Fitness Provider. The PTA supports clients in physical and mental health recovery, working 1:1 with individuals to provide rehabilitation and personal training that is fully customized to the clients needs, following Ascent Wellness Program principles to provide accessible and inclusive wellness services. Interventions may include: manual therapy, basic fitness education, exploration of natural & pain-free movement, exercises for overall physical mobility and joint health, movement for self-regulation, workout & home practice planning, stretching/self-massage, muscular endurance and strength-training, cardiovascular activity, outdoor activity, and tours of local fitness spaces (e.g., recreation centers, gyms, dance studios, etc.). Services are delivered on-site, in-home or in community locations, outdoors, and/or via telehealth, according to client needs. Travel is required.

Job Qualifications:

• PREFERRED: A relevant Bachelor's or Master’s degree in exercise science, kinesiology, or other areas related to the profession.
• REQUIRED: Experience as a personal trainer. A Personal Training Certification (e.g. ACE or NASM CPT) is required if the candidate does not have a degree as listed above.
• REQUIRED: Currently licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Wisconsin. 
• REQUIRED: A valid WI driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for travel to in-home appointments and occasional client transportation to/from sessions within Milwaukee County.
• Excellent professional communication and customer service skills is required.
• Ability to work independently with excellent organization and time management skills is required.
• Professional work experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting is preferred.
• Professional work experience related to mental health and healthcare is a plus.
• Ability to speak multiple languages is a plus.

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Hours and pay: This is a full-time position requiring a minimum of 32 hours per week. Typical working hours are 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday.

With a Bachelor's degree related to the role: $57,000 per year base salary, with the potential to earn up to $65,000 in the first year with additional commission and bonus opportunities.

Without a Bachelor's degree related to the role: $52,000 per year base salary, with the potential to earn up to $57,000 in the first year with additional commission and bonus opportunities.

Need accommodation? Ascent Wellness Program is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, such as a printed job application, please contact Becky at 414-350-6064 (option 1) or send an email to becky@ascentwellnessprogram.com.