Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$93.6K - $114.4K
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Job Description
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Ruskin, FL & Surrounding Areas
UPLIFT HOMECARE, LLC is seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing home health team serving Ruskin and surrounding communities.
This position offers the opportunity to provide one-on-one patient care in the comfort of patients’ homes while working alongside a supportive clinical team dedicated to improving quality of life and promoting independence.
Company Overview
UPLIFT HOMECARE, LLC provides compassionate, professional in-home care services tailored to seniors and veterans. Our mission is to deliver personalized healthcare services that support dignity, independence, and overall well-being in the home environment.
Position Summary
The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant provides skilled therapy services under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist. The PTA is responsible for implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, educating patients and caregivers, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation in accordance with physician orders and agency policies.
Responsibilities
Implement physical therapy services according to the treatment plan established by the supervising Physical Therapist and physician.
- Provide therapeutic exercises, treatments, and interventions to relieve pain and restore function.
- Observe, document, and report patient responses and condition changes to the supervising PT and Clinical Manager.
- Assist in evaluating patient functional abilities and revising care plans as needed.
- Complete clinical notes and progress reports accurately and within required timeframes.
- Participate in care coordination conferences and interdisciplinary communication.
- Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, mobility, safety, and treatment goals.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and in-service education programs.
- Maintain current knowledge of physical therapy practices and standards.
Qualifications
- Current Florida Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Successful completion of the national PTA examination
- Minimum of 1 year of home health experience required
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Current CPR Certification
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
- Ability to travel to patient homes throughout Riverview and surrounding areas
Work Environment
This position requires frequent travel to patient homes with varying home environments and conditions. Candidates must be able to safely perform patient care duties while maintaining professionalism and adaptability in diverse settings.
Why Join UPLIFT HOMECARE?
- Flexible scheduling
- Supportive clinical leadership
- Meaningful one-on-one patient care
- Opportunity to make a direct impact in your local community
- Growing home health organization with opportunities for professional development
Apply today to join our dedicated home health team serving Ruskin and surrounding communities.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Florida, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (720 salary observations; 3,226 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,655 salary observations; 55,733 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$104k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $101k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Uplift Homecare holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 80/100, 9 active listings.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Uplift Homecare a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$104k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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