Physical Therapy Assistant
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in Florida post a median of $36 an hour, the middle half $33.25–$38.34, across 87 jobs that state their pay. 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
PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT - FULL TIME
Location: Ardelle Gardens , Tampa, Florida
Ardelle Gardens Care Center is seeking an innovative and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to join our in-house rehabilitation team. The Physical Therapy Assistant implements and makes recommendations for updates to physical therapy programs for a diverse population of residents.
Full Time : Flexible schedules to accommodate resident population and to allow for a balanced work-life.
Pay: Excellent h ourly rates based on experience.
SIGN ON BONUS $5000.00 for direct facility hires
Perks and Benefits-
- Job stability in supportive in-house environment
-Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Time Off (PTO)
-Eligible for benefits on 1st of month after 60 days
-Weekly Pay
-Supportive Director of Rehabilitation
-Continuing Education Allowance
-Professional License Reimbursement
-Clinical mentorship and leadership development
-Relocation Assistance available to select candidates
Job Duties -
- Perform screenings and evaluations of residents with physical functioning impairments and other conditions, developing and implementing appropriate Physical Therapy plans of care while adhering to federal and state regulations and clinical standards.
- Delivers skilled physical therapy services with the appropriate medically necessary interventions to improve, maintain or prevent decline with their physical functions.
- Complete comprehensive documentation for resident care including progress notes, care plans, standardized test, discharge summaries and billing.
- Provide consultation and education to residents, families, caregivers, and others to promote quality care and resident outcomes.
Job Qualifications -
- Must have or be eligible for Florida Physical Therapy Assistant license.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
- Minimum of associate degree in physical therapy assistant
- All experience levels considered.
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From The Bristol at Tampa Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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