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Avamere
Sequim, Washington

Physical Therapist Assistant PTA / Per Diem

Physical Therapist AssistantPer Diem

Listed compensation

$40-$45/hr

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Posted 8mo ago

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

Treatment Plan ImplementationCommunicationClinical Skills EnhancementRegulatory RequirementsDepartment Operations SupportPatient Status Reporting

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).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.2 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistantranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapy median $71k (middle half $69k–$81k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingWashington index 107.0US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Washington509 active22,250 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington physical therapist listings (all specialties): 33% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 24% offer loan repayment529 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,998 in the last 30 days4,343 the 30 days before (+84%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 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 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.

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

6 jobs
1
$62k
2
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3
$80k-90k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

12 jobs · 6 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
83% this job
Sign-on bonus
17%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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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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About Avamere

Benefits & Perks

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

Living in Sequim

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$594k
Typical market rent
$2,313/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

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