Physical Therapist Assistant PTA / Per Diem
Listed compensation
$40-$45/hr
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Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Status: PRN
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
Physical Therapist Career Context
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).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.2 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $71k (middle half $69k–$81k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Washington index 107.0 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Washington | 509 active | 22,250 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Washington physical therapist listings (all specialties): 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 24% offer loan repayment529 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,998 in the last 30 days | 4,343 the 30 days before (+84%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant PTA / Per Diem 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.
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