<p>A full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) opportunity is available in Sebring, Florida, delivering home-based post-acute physical therapy services across a regional patient population. This role sits within a nationally recognized post-acute care network affiliated with the Optum family of businesses, offering the clinical support structure of a large organization with the autonomy and variety of home health practice. The compensation range is competitive for the Florida market, with both hourly and per-visit pay structures available.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range: $26.60 – $39.90 per hour (full-time basis)</li> <li>Annual total cash target: $55,329 – $82,993</li> <li>Per-visit point pay range: $31.92 – $47.88 per visit</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution (subject to eligibility)</li> <li>Employee stock purchase plan (equity stock purchase program)</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs tied to performance</li> <li>Career development pathways with defined direction for advancement into additional roles</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home health setting — treatment delivered in patients' homes across the Sebring, FL service area</li> <li>Practice governed by Florida state-specific physical therapy laws; PTA works exclusively within the plan of care established by the supervising Physical Therapist</li> <li>Clinical scope includes active and passive exercise, muscle re-education, gait training, functional mobility, ADLs, transfers, safety training, and prosthetic training</li> <li>Ongoing patient and caregiver education is a core component of every visit — instruction extends to family members and other healthcare team members within PTA scope</li> <li>Collaborative care model: PTA coordinates directly with the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, and attending physician; all changes to the plan of care are escalated to the supervising PT</li> <li>Patient population spans all ages, backgrounds, and functional levels — role requires comfort adapting to diverse home environments</li> <li>Weekend rotation required as part of the standard full-time schedule</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current Florida licensure, registration, or certification to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant (or active licensure in state of practice with Florida eligibility)</li> <li>Current CPR certification required</li> <li>Valid driver's license with personal vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle (or verified access to reliable public transportation)</li> <li>Physical capability to perform patient care tasks including lifting, transferring, and assisting with patient mobility</li> <li>Ability to function effectively in any home environment regardless of patient age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition</li> <li>Availability for weekend rotation as part of the full-time schedule</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Sebring is a small lakeside city in Highlands County, situated in the heart of Central Florida — roughly 90 minutes southeast of Tampa and two hours from Orlando. The area is known for its mild winters, affordable cost of living, and a relaxed pace anchored by Lake Jackson and the surrounding chain of lakes that support boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation year-round. Sebring's low housing costs and proximity to Florida's Gulf and Atlantic coasts make it an appealing base for clinicians who want Florida lifestyle without the density or expense of a major metro.</p>