Physical Therapy Assistant & Fitness Provider

Milwaukee, WI - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 52000 - 65000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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. Were 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 providersbegin 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: 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 Bachelors or Masters 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 drivers 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 Bachelors degree related to the role: $57000 per year base salary with the potential to earn up to $65000 in the first year with additional commission and bonus opportunities.

Without a Bachelors degree related to the role: $52000 per year base salary with the potential to earn up to $57000 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 (option 1) or send an email to .