Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30-$35/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Outpatient Clinic
  • FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – Dr. Phillips
  • 7208 West Sand Lake Rd., Suite 204, Orlando, FL 32819
  • Salary: $30–$35 per hour
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday
  • Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunity in Orlando, FL

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – Dr. Phillips is seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing outpatient team. Whether you're an experienced clinician or a recent graduate, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside supportive therapists in a collaborative environment focused on delivering exceptional patient care.

Our clinic specializes in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation, balance and vestibular therapy, neurological rehabilitation, fall prevention, and personalized treatment plans. We are committed to helping our clinicians grow through mentorship, continuing education, and professional development.

If you're looking for an outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant position with a healthy work-life balance, strong clinical support, and opportunities for career advancement, we'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay: $30–$35 per hour
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Continuing education support
  • Clinical mentorship and professional development
  • No weekends
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a nationally recognized organization

Responsibilities

Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist.

Provide skilled physical therapy interventions in an outpatient setting in accordance with the established plan of care.

Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, functional mobility training, balance activities, and rehabilitation techniques.

Treat patients with orthopedic, neurological, balance, and vestibular conditions within the PTA scope of practice.

Monitor patient responses to treatment and communicate progress or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.

  • Document treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Educate patients on prescribed home exercise programs, injury prevention, and functional mobility.
  • Collaborate with Physical Therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized treatment environment.

Qualifications

  • Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
  • Current Florida Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for licensure.
  • Outpatient experience preferred, but new graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and patient-care skills.
  • Passion for patient-centered care and helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals.
  • Ability to work independently within the PTA scope of practice and collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to accurate documentation, ethical practice, and professional development.

Why Join FYZICAL Dr. Phillips?

At FYZICAL, we believe exceptional patient care starts with exceptional clinicians. You'll join a team that values mentorship, collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. We invest in our team members by providing the support, resources, and clinical guidance needed to build a rewarding career while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients.

Whether you're starting your career or looking for your next opportunity, FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – Dr. Phillips offers an environment where you can grow professionally while helping patients improve their mobility, balance, and overall quality of life.

Apply today to join FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers – Dr. Phillips and make a difference in the Orlando community!

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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$30 - $35 an hour

Key Skills

Balance therapyPatient educationInterpersonal skillsMultidisciplinary collaboration

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)), so the posted ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $65k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Florida?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.0 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistantranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$62k–$73kPhysical Therapy median $71k (middle half $63k–$75k)30 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Florida vs national$90k median in Florida$94k nationally (−4%)738 state / 15,149 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$65k in purchasing powerFlorida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Florida1,432 active21,894 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers a 6.0 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 no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$68k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top PTA Jobs

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Salary Distribution

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Work-Life Balance Distribution

7 jobs · 5 employers
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Higher = better work-life balance

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
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.

  • No weekends
  • On-site
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About FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Franklin, MA

Benefits & Perks

Paid Time Off (PTO)
Continuing education support
Clinical mentorship and professional development
No weekends
Supportive team environment
Career advancement opportunities

Living in Orlando

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$357k
Typical market rent
$1,896/mo
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.4
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 · Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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