Physical Therapy Assistant/Fce Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant/Functional Capacity Evaluation Assistant

Bilingual Required

Salary Range: $28-30/hrLocations:2445 Fire Mesa St. Las Vegas, NV 89128

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305 N. Nellis Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89110

The Functional Capacity Evaluation Assistant conducts comprehensive, job-specific testing to objectively determine an injured worker’s safe functional abilities and tolerances across material-handling and non-material-handling tasks. At Kelly Hawkins Physical Therapy, FCEs are performed using a team approach, a Physical Therapist working in tandem with a PTA, COTA, Kinesiologist, or Exercise Physiologist and the evaluation is typically 3 hours with standardized test batteries and validity measures.

Position Summary:

Kelly Hawkins Physical Therapy is a leader in evaluative testing for the safe return to work through Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs). We are seeking a full-time Functional Capacity Evaluation Assistant to help improve patient access and support the health and productivity of our community workforces.

This role is Monday–Friday, 8 hours per day, providing consistent coverage and collaboration across our outpatient orthopedic clinics. The FCE Assistant will work closely with licensed clinicians to deliver job-specific evaluations that identify physical skills, functional capabilities, activity endurance, and work tolerances—ensuring objective, defensible results that guide safe return-to-work decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct job-specific FCEs using validated protocols for material-handling and non-material tasks (lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, walking, sitting, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, climbing).
• Apply effort and validity measures (e.g., consistency of effort, reliability of pain) to ensure objective, defensible results.
• Review referral, physician orders, and job descriptions to tailor evaluations to essential job demands.
• Produce timely, high-quality reports for payers, case managers, and providers, supporting safe return-to-work decisions.
• Coordinate scheduling and follow KHPT guardrails for FCE appointments and authorizations.
• Collaborate with clinic leadership for transitions to Work Conditioning when clinically indicated.
• Utilize EMR and testing platform for accurate documentation and compliance with KHPT workers’ compensation workflows.
• Comply with all federal, state, and insurance-based rules and regulations, including HIPAA and WC documentation standards.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Medical Professional: Physical Therapist (PT), Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) required
• Prior experience with FCEs or occupational testing preferred
• Familiarity with workers’ compensation documentation and EMR systems (Raintree experience a plus)

Why Choose Us:

Kelly Hawkins Physical Therapy is part of Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN), with over 200 outpatient clinics across 17 states. While we’ve grown, our commitment to expert care in orthopedic and sports injuries remains constant.

Core Values:

• Ensure Accessible and Scalable Care
• Keep Commitments & Build Trust
• Advance Growth Options
• Provide Personalized Solutions
• Expand Opportunities for Success
• Improve the Lives of All in Reach

We stand for equal employment opportunities and welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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