Functional Capacity Evaluation Assistant

Description

Job Title

Physical Rehabilitation Network (PRN) and its Family of Brands is seeking to recruit & hire a Functional Capacity Evaluations Assistant.

About Us

PRN brings together some of the most trusted PT brands across the West and Central U.S. Whether in the clinic or behind the scenes, we’re all about personalized care, smart clinical insight, and making every patient feel supported from start to finish.

About the Role

We are a leader in evaluative testing for the safe return to work through Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs). We are seeking a Functional Capacity Evaluation Assistant to help improve patient access and support the health and productivity of our community workforce. 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.

Duties & 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 referrals, 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 our state-of-the-art EMR (Raintree) 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.

Skills & 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)

Benefits & Perks

We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package designed to support both personal and professional well being. Team members enjoy full scale benefits—including robust Medical, Vision, and Dental plans—along with paid time off, clinical incentive opportunities, and student loan repayment options. We are committed to your continued growth and success, providing professional development resources and ongoing clinical education support.

At PRN, you’ll be part of a supportive, mission driven environment dedicated to excellence in patient care and the success of every member of our team.

Note: This job description is a general outline of responsibilities and requirements. Specific duties may vary based on the needs of management.