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Sequim, Washington

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Sequim, WA

Physical TherapistIncludes callPart-Time

Listed compensation

$40-45/hr

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Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Status: Part Time and Per Diem available!

Wage: $40-45/hr DOE

Location: Avamere Olympic Rehab of Sequim - 1000 S 5th Avenue Sequim, WA 98382

Apply at TeamAvamere.com

Join our in-house therapy team at Avamere in beautiful Sequim! We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA to provide PRN coverage. In this role, you’ll work closely with our Physical Therapists to support individualized treatment plans and help residents regain strength and mobility.

Reasons to Join Avamere

  • In-House Therapy
  • Collaborative Team Approach with All Departments
  • Therapist-Run
  • Compliance & Regulatory Management and Education
  • Manageable Productivity Expectations
  • Flexible Schedule Options
  • Full-time Status Options (40-hour workweek) Variety of Shifts and Schedules Available
  • Career Advancement & Development
  • New Hire & New to Setting Mentorship & Training

Key Responsibilities

  • Implements and executes on established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Communicates with patients, families, referring physicians, and other members of the team
  • Provides timely written documentation per facility and department

Requirements

  • Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations
  • Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements
  • Supports and participates in department operations and development
  • Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum
  • Able to practice unencumbered
  • In good standing with all regulatory agencies and licensing boards
  • Working knowledge of Medicare and other payer sources
  • Full knowledge of resident’s rights
  • Exudes professionalism in presentation
  • Ability to multitask
  • Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English
  • CPR/BLS certification

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive

benefits package that includes:

  • Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
  • 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
  • EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
  • Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
  • Generous employee referral bonus program.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA: Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
  • Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
  • Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient Treatment PlanningMobility AssistanceClinical DocumentationMedicare ComplianceMultitaskingCommunicationRegulatory CompliancePatient CareRehabilitation

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$101k (568 salary observations; 1,166 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,786 salary observations; 56,355 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 Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Sequim, WA at Avamere a 6.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.

Location & Logistics

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

Top PTA Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution11 jobs · 9 employers

5
<$80k
3
$80k-90k
2
$90k-100k
1
$105k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs · 9 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
67%
CME allowance
42% this job
Relocation assistance
17%
Visa sponsorship
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Interface Rehab · Murrieta, California

$38-$42/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

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$77k-$105k
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health

$29.6-$46.07/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant (Inpatient) - Acute Rehab Therapies (Full-Time, Days)

$34.02-$45.93/hr
+ 10 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.2
Better work-life than 60% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Sequim

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$600k
Typical market rent
$2,223/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 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.

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About Avamere

Hospitals and Health Care
Wilsonville, Oregon
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k Plan with Matching
Paid Time Off (up to 4 weeks per year)
6 Holidays
Accrued Sick Leave
EAP Canopy with Unlimited Telehealth Mental Health Visits