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Evara Health
Clearwater, Florida

Physical Therapist Assistant - Part Time

Physical TherapistPart-Time

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Job Description

At Evara Health, we believe healthcare is about more than treating patients—it’s about transforming lives and strengthening the communities we serve. As a nonprofit community health center with 17 locations and mobile health units across Pinellas County, we provide high-quality, accessible care while creating meaningful opportunities for our employees to make a difference every day.

Recognized as a USA TODAY Top Workplace, Evara Health is proud to foster a mission-driven culture where people are valued, collaboration matters, and employees can grow while doing work that has a real impact.

If you’re looking for more than just a job—and want to be part of a team committed to improving lives and serving our community—we invite you to explore a career with Evara Health.

Driven by Purpose, Powered by People.

About the Role

Patient Care & Rehabilitation

  • Assist the licensed Physical Therapist in implementing individualized treatment plans to support patient goals and functional outcomes.
  • Provide therapeutic interventions, including prescribed exercises, therapeutic activities, manual techniques, and patient education, within the scope of practice and organizational policies.
  • Monitor patients throughout treatment and communicate changes in condition, progress, or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
  • Educate patients and families on prescribed exercises, treatment plans, and strategies to support continued progress and overall well-being.
  • Encourage and motivate patients throughout their rehabilitation journey, creating a positive and supportive therapy experience.
  • Maintain accurate, timely, and comprehensive documentation in accordance with legal, regulatory, and professional standards.

Collaboration & Team Support

  • Collaborate with Physical Therapists and other healthcare professionals to promote coordinated, comprehensive patient care.
  • Communicate effectively with clinical and administrative team members to support continuity of care and an exceptional patient experience.
  • Participate in team meetings, staff training, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives as required.
  • Follow established safety, infection control, compliance, and organizational policies and procedures.
  • Contribute to a positive team environment focused on patient outcomes, service excellence, and continuous improvement.

This role will be based at Evara Health’s new Physical and Occupational Therapy Center, located at our headquarters at 14100 58th Street N. in Clearwater. This newly developed space is designed to expand access to rehabilitation services for the patients and communities we serve, giving you the opportunity to be part of a growing program from the ground up.

Why You'll Love Working Here

  • Meaningful Impact: From children to adults, our teams help meet the healthcare needs of communities across Pinellas County, impacting more than 75,000 lives each year. No matter your role, your work contributes to expanding access to care and improving the health of the communities that need us most.
  • Growth: Whether you’re building your career from an entry-level role through our Pathways training programs or preparing to grow into leadership through the Healthcare Management Academy, we offer development programs designed to support your career journey and help you grow at Evara Health.
  • Culture: Join a USA TODAY Top Workplace where people are at the heart of what we do. From theme days and team celebrations to organization-wide events, recognition, and opportunities to share your voice, we work hard to create a culture where you can have fun, feel connected, and know your contributions as a healthcare professional are valued.

Education and Experience

  • Physical Therapist Assistant degree from an accredited program
  • Valid and active state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant

Make an impact. Grow with purpose. Be part of a team that’s changing lives and strengthening our community.

Join Evara Health—Driven by Purpose. Powered by People.

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information about the background screening process, visit info.flclearinghouse.com.

Key Responsibilities

Assist licensed Physical Therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans and providing therapeutic interventions to patients. Maintain accurate clinical documentation and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure coordinated, high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Physical Therapist Assistant degree from an accredited program and possess a valid, active state licensure. The role also requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Physical therapy assistanceTreatment planningInterdisciplinary collaboration

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - Part Time at Evara Health a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform.

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Florida, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (270 salary observations; 1,219 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (5,739 salary observations; 21,816 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Pta Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution11 jobs

2
<$70k
6
$70k-75k
1
$79k
1
$83k
1
$104k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks16 jobs · 12 employers

CME allowance
94% this job
401k / retirement match
94% this job
Sign-on bonus
31%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$45-$50/hr
#2

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$28-$40/hr
#3

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#4

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+ 17 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site

Living in Clearwater

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$422k
Typical market rent
$1,963/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.9
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Evara Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Clearwater, Florida
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Continuing Education
Professional Development