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Physical Therapist Assistant - Split Role

Select Medical logoSelect Medical$28+/hrLake Wales, FLAdded 2w agoStill open, checked every night
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This posting states $28 an hour. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $34.50 an hour, the middle half $32.62–$38, across 109 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Physical therapist assistants employed in Florida earn a median of $34.87 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

Overview

Physical Therapist Assistant – Split Position (Outpatient Orthopedics)

Location: Winter Haven and Lake Wales, FL Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday Compensation: Starting at $28+ per hour, based on experience Incentives: $12,000 Sign-On Bonus and $200 per month Student Loan Repayment

Select Physical Therapy is seeking a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant to support two outpatient orthopedic clinics located approximately 13 minutes apart in Winter Haven and Lake Wales. The centers treat a diverse outpatient population, including orthopedic conditions as well as neuro, vestibular, sports medicine, amputee, and fall prevention cases. The PTA will collaborate with a clinical team of 4 Physical Therapists and 2 Physical Therapist Assistants in a supportive and team-focused environment.

New graduates and experienced Physical Therapist Assistants are encouraged to apply.

Join a collaborative outpatient team and grow your career with Select Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
  • Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
  • Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Qualifications

  • College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
  • Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
  • Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
  • CPR certification

Additional Data

  • Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
  • Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/Rx, vision and dental plan
  • Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans, as well as Life and Disability protection

Relocation assistance available!

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