<p>A PRN Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity is open in Orange City, Florida with an established home health agency operating as part of a large national post-acute care network affiliated with Optum/UnitedHealth Group. This per diem role offers genuine scheduling flexibility while delivering meaningful one-on-one patient care across a diverse home health caseload. The compensation structure is transparent and competitive, with per-visit point pay supplemented by an hourly rate for non-visit activities — a model that rewards productivity directly.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Per-visit point rate of $25.20–$37.80 per visit point, with total visit earnings calculated by multiplying the rate by productivity points assigned to each visit type</li> <li>Hourly rate of $30.24–$45.36 for non-visit activities such as orientation</li> <li>Annualized total cash target of $52,417–$78,625 (based on full-time equivalent productivity benchmarks)</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package available (subject to eligibility requirements for PRN status)</li> <li>Equity stock purchase program and 401(k) contribution opportunity</li> <li>Recognition programs tied to performance</li> <li>Compliance with all applicable minimum wage laws</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home health setting — all patient care delivered in the patient's home environment across a variety of living situations and demographics</li> <li>PRN / per diem engagement with a weekend rotation requirement</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 follows the established plan of care as defined by the supervising Physical Therapist; all recommendations for plan-of-care changes are routed through the supervising PT</li> <li>Collaborative interdisciplinary model — PTA coordinates care with the supervising PT, nurse supervisor, attending physician, and other healthcare team members</li> <li>Patient and caregiver education is a core component of every visit — instruction extends to family members and other caregivers in the home</li> <li>Patient population spans all ages, backgrounds, and functional levels; ability to adapt to any home environment is essential</li> <li>Productivity points are assigned per visit type and encompass both direct and indirect patient care activities; weekly visit volume varies based on individual productivity targets and patient/business needs</li> <li>Part of a nationally scaled post-acute care network with structured clinical support and development pathways</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current Florida PTA license (or current licensure, registration, or certification to assist in the practice of physical therapy in the state of practice)</li> <li>Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program</li> <li>Current, valid driver's license with personal vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle (or reliable public transportation)</li> <li>Availability to work 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> <li>Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Orange City is a small, welcoming city in Volusia County in central Florida, situated along the St. Johns River corridor and just minutes from DeLand — a charming college town with a vibrant arts scene, historic downtown, and strong community identity. The area offers easy access to the natural springs of Blue Spring State Park, year-round warm weather, and a lower cost of living than Florida's coastal metros. Orlando's full range of amenities, international airport, and cultural attractions are approximately 30 miles to the southwest, making Orange City an appealing base for clinicians who want Florida lifestyle without urban density.</p>