Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistIncludes weekendsFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

We are currently searching for a Physical Therapist Assistant to work in the Therapy Department. In this role, the Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out the Care Plan as designed by the Physical Therapist (PT); as well as assist the Physical Therapist during evaluations.

The position reports directly to the Program Manager or Therapist for each patient/resident assigned to the Physical Therapist and is dependent on the nature of the skilled tasks and the complexities of the patients/residents presenting condition. May receive clinical supervision from Therapists.

Schedule: Full-Time position, 30-35 hours per week, Monday-Friday and rotating weekends

In This Role, You Will

  • Monitor resident’s progress and communicate with Physical Therapist
  • Maintain documentation in system of resident’s activities, record progress and document billing activities. Perform Resident’s Home Assessment as part of the discharge process as directed by the Physical Therapist
  • Perform Resident’s screening during the admission process and quarterly & annual screening to determine the need for therapy as directed by the Physical Therapist

Qualification You Possess

Education and Experience

AA Degree from an APTA accredited program. Licensure where required by law.

Two (2) years’ experience in a health care setting preferred. Outpatient experience is required.

Benefits Summary

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Job and Location specific benefits (e. g., discounted meals, shift differentials)

Total Rewards

Westminster offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where team members are valued and actively supported in their professional growth and career development. We are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits for part-time positions include paid time off, and more. Visit Career Benefits Westminster Communities of Florida for more information.

We Thrive: We believe our success starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, communication, accountability, and quality, creating an environment where our 2,800 team members are supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow.

We value collaboration, recognize contributions, and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @WestminsterCareers and on LinkedIn to learn more about Westminster Communities of Florida.

Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires.

Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https:/info.flclearinghouse.com/.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for executing care plans designed by the Physical Therapist and assisting with patient evaluations. They also perform resident screenings, maintain clinical documentation, and conduct home assessments as part of the discharge process.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate degree from an APTA accredited program and possess relevant licensure. Two years of experience in a healthcare setting is preferred, and outpatient experience is required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Physical therapy assistanceCare plan implementationPatient evaluation supportPatient screeningClinical communicationOutpatient care

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Florida, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (734 salary observations; 3,320 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,018 salary observations; 57,383 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).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Westminster Communities of Florida 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.

Location & Logistics

Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top PTA Jobs

5 matches · ranked by pay

Work-Life Balance Distribution5 jobs · 4 employers

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant

H2 Health · Cape Coral, Florida

$32-$38/hr
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millsboro Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy · Millsboro, Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millville Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$30-$35/hr
+ 3 more · ranked by pay

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.

  • Includes weekends

Living in Lakeland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$303k
Typical market rent
$1,722/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.1
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 · Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Westminster Communities of Florida

Non-profit Organizations
Orlando, FL
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Shift Differentials