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Vero Orthopaedics
Vero Beach, Florida

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA- Sign On Bonus

Physical TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$33-$35/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Sign On Bonus up to $2,500

Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunity – Work Where Others Vacation!

Looking for a career move that elevates both your professional and personal life? Join Vero Orthopaedics, located just a mile from the beautiful pristine Florida beaches.

Why Vero Orthopaedics?

  • No weekends – enjoy your work-life balance
  • Generous PTO to actually use that beach nearby
  • Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
  • 401(k) to plan your future
  • Supportive, collaborative team environment

Imagine finishing your day and heading out for a kayak ride, paddleboarding at sunset, or dining with an ocean view – all while growing your career with a respected orthopaedic team.

Live where others vacation. Work where you’re valued. Apply today and start your Florida chapter with Vero Orthopaedics.

Job Title: Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Location: Vero Orthopaedics, Vero Beach, Florida

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday

About Us

Vero Orthopaedics is a premier provider of orthopedic care and rehabilitation services. Our team is dedicated to helping patients restore mobility and achieve their health goals through advanced, patient-centered treatments. We invite passionate professionals to join our collaborative and innovative environment.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and skilled Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our onsite team full-time. The PTA will work under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists to implement treatment plans, assist with patient care, and contribute to the delivery of high-quality rehabilitation services.

Education: Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

Licensure: Current and valid Florida PTA license.

Experience: Preferably 1+ year of experience in an orthopedic or outpatient physical therapy setting (new graduates with strong clinical experience are welcome to apply).

Skills

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to build rapport with patients and work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proficiency in following treatment plans and providing feedback to supervising therapists.
  • Basic computer skills for electronic documentation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Follow treatment plans designed by licensed Physical Therapists to provide therapy services that improve patients' physical function and mobility.
  • Assist patients with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and modalities to promote recovery and achieve therapy goals.
  • Monitor and document patient progress, providing feedback to the supervising Physical Therapist for treatment adjustments as needed.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and techniques for continued care at home.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinic policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Ensure a clean, organized, and safe therapy environment, adhering to clinic protocols and standards.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
  • Stay informed about advancements in physical therapy techniques and best practices.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program and possess a valid Florida PTA license. While one year of experience in an orthopedic setting is preferred, new graduates with strong clinical experience are encouraged to apply.

Key Skills

Interpersonal skillsPatient education

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k 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 PTA- Sign On Bonus at Vero Orthopaedics 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 ~$71k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top PTA Jobs

11 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution9 jobs · 6 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs · 6 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
70% this job
CME allowance
60%
Relocation assistance
30%
Loan repayment
10%

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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

Living in Vero Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$392k
Typical market rent
$2,160/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 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 Vero Orthopaedics

Medical Practices
Vero Beach, FL
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign On Bonus up to $2,500
No weekends
Generous PTO
Medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance
401(k)
Supportive, collaborative team environment