<p>A home health Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity is open in Tampa, Florida with a nationally recognized post-acute care organization operating within the Optum/UnitedHealth Group family. This field-based PTA role centers on one-on-one patient care delivered in the home setting, following individualized plans of care established by a supervising Physical Therapist. The compensation structure is transparent and competitive, with a clearly published pay range and a dual-rate model that rewards productivity. For a PTA who values autonomy in the field, meaningful patient relationships, and a large-system benefits platform, this is a strong fit.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Annual total cash target pay range: $55,329 – $82,993 (based on full-time, 40-hour week at full productivity)</li> <li>Per-visit point rate: $26.60 – $39.90 per visit point (visit pay calculated by multiplying rate by productivity points accrued per visit type)</li> <li>Hourly rate for non-visit activities (e.g., orientation): $31.92 – $47.88 per hour</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>Employee equity stock purchase program</li> <li>Recognition and performance reward programs</li> <li>Career development pathways within a large, multi-specialty post-acute and health services enterprise</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home health setting — all patient care delivered in the patient's residence across the Tampa service area</li> <li>Caseload includes active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait training, functional mobility, ADL training, transfer training, safety instruction, and prosthetic training</li> <li>Practice governed by Florida state-specific physical therapy laws; all treatment performed strictly within the supervising PT's established plan of care</li> <li>Collaborative care model: PTA coordinates with supervising PT, nurse supervisor, attending physician, and broader interdisciplinary healthcare team</li> <li>Patient and caregiver education is a core component — PTA instructs patients, family members, and caregivers in therapy techniques within PTA scope</li> <li>Ongoing documentation responsibilities: observe, record, and report patient response to treatment and condition changes to the supervising PT and clinical team</li> <li>Weekend rotation required; visit volume and scheduling vary week to week based on patient need and individual productivity targets</li> <li>Diverse patient population across all ages, backgrounds, and functional levels</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current Florida PTA license, registration, or certification to assist in the practice of physical therapy (or licensure in the state of practice)</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (associate degree or equivalent training pathway)</li> <li>Valid driver's license with current vehicle insurance and access to a dependable personal vehicle, or reliable access to public transportation</li> <li>Availability to participate in a weekend rotation</li> <li>Current CPR certification preferred, or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire</li> <li>Physical capability to perform patient care tasks including lifting, transferring, and assisting with patient mobility</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tampa sits on Florida's Gulf Coast and consistently ranks among the most livable large metros in the Southeast — offering year-round warm weather, a thriving waterfront downtown, professional sports, and a rapidly growing arts and dining scene. The greater Tampa Bay area provides access to world-class beaches, a strong public and private school system, and a cost of living that remains favorable relative to other major Florida metros. For clinicians relocating from colder climates or seeking an active outdoor lifestyle alongside a robust urban environment, Tampa delivers on both fronts.</p>