Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$23-$30/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Free food & snacks
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation bonus
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
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Empower Recovery as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at First Choice Physical Therapy!
Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) eager to play a vital role in patient recovery within a dynamic, outpatient setting? First Choice Physical Therapy, an award-winning leader in outpatient care, invites you to join our exceptional team of clinicians!
Get up to a $5000 Sign on bonus/relocation assistance provided for qualified applicants or equivalent education loan payback assistance. Ask about details.
At First Choice, you'll work hand-in-hand with our Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) team, implementing personalized, hands-on treatment plans that empower patients to regain function, reduce pain, and achieve their rehabilitation goals. Experience the profound satisfaction of directly contributing to life-changing outcomes in a supportive, therapist-owned environment dedicated to clinical excellence.
Why Choose First Choice Physical Therapy?
Therapist-Owned & Patient-Centered: Thrive in a practice where clinical excellence and patient outcomes are paramount. Our therapist-owned model ensures a deep understanding of your profession and a commitment to providing the highest quality of care.
Direct Impact in Outpatient Care: Directly assist patients through their rehabilitation journey, applying a hands-on manual therapy approach under the guidance of our DPTs. You'll work with a diverse range of conditions, continually expanding your skills and expertise in an active outpatient setting.
Invest in Your Professional Growth: We are committed to your continuous development! Benefit from paid continuing education units (CEUs) and dedicated mentorship opportunities designed to advance your skills and career within the field of physical therapy.
Exceptional Compensation & Benefits: We value your expertise and dedication. Enjoy highly competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package that truly reflects your contributions.
Collaborative & Award-Winning Team: Join a cohesive team of skilled DPTs and PTAs who are passionate about collaboration, mutual support, and achieving outstanding patient results. Our award-winning status speaks to the quality of our team and the compassionate care we provide.
Support for Your Transition: To help you make a smooth move, we offer a generous moving stipend to assist with your relocation.
Ready to Advance Your Career in Outpatient Physical Therapy?
If you're a dedicated PTA ready to make a significant difference in patients' lives and grow professionally in a supportive, forward-thinking outpatient clinic, we want to hear from you!
Contact us today for a confidential interview at iam@readytogetbetter.com to learn more about this unparalleled opportunity, our company culture, and our comprehensive benefits and compensation package. Your next rewarding career step starts here!
Key Responsibilities
Implement personalized, hands-on treatment plans to help patients regain function and reduce pain. Work collaboratively with Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) clinicians in an outpatient setting to achieve rehabilitation goals.
Requirements
Must be a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) capable of providing manual therapy in an outpatient environment. Candidates should be dedicated to professional growth and clinical excellence.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
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 ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $53k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at First Choice Physical Therapy 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 ~$55k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Living in Lynn Haven
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $298k
- Typical market rent
- $1,887/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 25 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.