NOW HIRING: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Listed compensation
$60/visit
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
- NOW HIRING: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Home Health | Riverview, Brandon & Surrounding Areas, FL
- $60 Per Visit | Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling
- Experienced PTA Wanted
- Supportive Clinical Team
- Meaningful Patient Care
Are you a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant looking for a flexible home health opportunity where you can make a meaningful difference in patients' lives?
Uplift HomeCare, LLC is seeking an experienced, dependable PTA to join our growing home health team serving Riverview, Brandon, and surrounding communities!
Help patients improve mobility, rebuild strength, regain functional abilities, and maintain independence — all while providing personalized care in the comfort of their own homes.
Why Join Uplift HomeCare?
- Competitive Compensation: $60 per visit.
- Flexible Scheduling: Part-time opportunities to support your work-life balance.
- Supportive Clinical Leadership: Work with a team that values communication and quality patient care.
- One-on-One Patient Care: Build meaningful relationships while helping patients achieve their goals.
- Local Opportunities: Serve patients in Riverview, Brandon, and nearby communities.
- Professional Development: Continue strengthening your clinical skills in home health.
What You'll Do
As a PTA with Uplift HomeCare, you'll implement physical therapy treatment plans under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping patients work toward improved mobility and independence.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Providing therapeutic exercises and interventions according to established treatment plans.
- Helping patients improve strength, balance, mobility, and functional abilities.
- Monitoring patient responses and reporting progress or changes in condition to the supervising PT.
- Educating patients and caregivers on prescribed exercises, safe mobility, and fall prevention.
- Completing accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation.
- Communicating effectively with the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary care team.
- Supporting coordinated care and positive patient outcomes.
- Participating in required in-service education and quality improvement activities.
What We're Looking For
- Active Florida Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license.
- Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Successful completion of applicable licensing examination requirements.
- At least one year of home health experience required.
- Current CPR certification.
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
- Ability to work independently while following the supervising PT's direction.
- Willingness to travel to patient homes throughout Riverview, Brandon, and surrounding areas.
- Your Service Area
- Riverview
- Brandon
- Seffner
- Valrico
- Apollo Beach and surrounding communities, based on patient needs and available assignments.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're a patient-focused PTA who values flexibility, competitive per-visit compensation, and the opportunity to make a difference in your community, we'd love to hear from you!
- Apply today and explore your next home health opportunity with Uplift HomeCare.
- Call or Text: 813-789-6157
Uplift Homecare, LLC
Veteran Owned
- Compassionate Care at Home
Uplift HomeCare is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC).
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to improve patient mobility and independence. Responsibilities include providing therapeutic interventions, monitoring patient progress, and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active Florida Physical Therapist Assistant license and have at least one year of home health experience. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current CPR certification are also required.
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 (738 salary observations; 3,356 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,149 salary observations; 57,960 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)). 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $67k (middle half $62k–$75k)31 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Florida vs national | $90k median in Florida | $94k nationally (−4%)738 state / 15,149 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Florida index 103.4 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Florida | 1,432 active | 21,894 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Uplift Homecare | silver tier, 79/100 | Top Employers work-life index10 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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