Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Skilled Nursing
Location: Venice, FL 34292
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $35 – $40 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, flexible 8-hour shift between 7am and 8pm, no weekends
DESCRIPTION
Monday through Friday. Pick your own 8 hours anytime between 7am and 8pm. No weekends. $35–$39 an hour.
If you’re a PTA working skilled nursing in the Venice area, you know how rare that kind of flexibility is. A well-run skilled nursing facility in Venic is adding a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to its rehab team, and new grads are welcome.
Why PTAs Choose This Team
Pay: $35–$40 per hour, based on experience
Flexible schedule: Monday–Friday, choose your 8 hours each day between 7am and 8pm, 40 hours per week. No weekend rotation.
Clear expectations: 90% productivity target
New grads welcome, with mentorship and support from an experienced rehab team
Growth: CEUs, training and development, and a path to advance into leadership
Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, and a referral program
The Role
You’ll work under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists, treating a geriatric skilled nursing population to help residents regain mobility, strength, and independence.
Treat residents according to the PT’s plan of care: therapeutic exercise, gait and transfer training, balance and fall prevention, and functional mobility
Screen residents as scheduled and refer to the PT when indicated
Track and report objective progress to the supervising PT, within the PTA scope of practice
Document treatment accurately and on time in the facility’s electronic medical record
Teach residents and families home exercise programs and safety techniques
Take part in interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings and help drive good outcomes for the rehab department
What You Need
Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
Active Florida PTA license, or eligible by start date
Current CPR certification
Comfort with electronic documentation
Strong communication and time management skills
New graduates welcome. Skilled nursing or geriatric experience is a plus.
Interested?
Apply here, or reach out directly for a confidential conversation. Your current employer won’t be contacted.
Marci Whatley | American Recruiters
marci@ariteam.com | 561-350-6749
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