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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central·Orlando, Florida

$35 - $35/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·
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About the role

Assist in delivering physical therapy services, including therapeutic exercises and functional activities, to patients with various injuries and disorders. Implement treatment plans established by the physical therapist to help patients achieve long-term goals and community re-entry.

Overview Position

  • Physical
  • Therapy
  • Assistant (PTA)
  • Location:
  • Orlando,
  • FL
  • Schedule:
  • PRN /
  • Per
  • Diem
  • Compensation: $35 per hour Select Specialty Hospital & Select Medical Acute Rehabilitation Unit is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.
  • Why
  • Join Us:
  • Start
  • Strong: Extensive orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
  • Opportunity for
  • Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities
  • Foster
  • Well-being: We offer benefits which support the financial, work/life and emotional well-being of you and your family members. Part time/Per Diem positions are eligible for 401k based on reaching 1,000 hours within their first anniversary or subsequent calendar year. We also offer our employee assistance program to part time employees.
  • Your
  • Impact
  • Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care

Responsibilities

Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT) Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long-term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re-entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Valid state PTA license Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid state PTA license and a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the start date. One year of experience is indicated in the additional job data.

  • professional certificate
  • Physical Therapy
  • Therapeutic Exercise
  • Pain Relief
  • Patient Transportation
  • Assistive Device Training
  • Posture Training
  • Endurance Training
  • Joint Mobility
  • Muscle Lengthening
  • Strengthening Exercises
  • Orthotics Training
  • Prosthetics Training
  • Coordination and Balance Training
  • Functional Activity Implementation

Benefits

  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401k

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$35 - $35/hr
Location
Orlando, Florida
Posted
Jul 6, 2026
Closes
Jul 6, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Select Specialty Hospital - Orlando Central

Part of the Select Medical family of brands, Select Specialty Hospitals treat the most critical and complex medical and surgical conditions. Select Specialty Hospitals offer a variety of programs and services to match the patient's acuity and individual needs. The physicians,...

Salary listed on 9 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Per diem PTA roles stay locally competitive

Florida per diem Physical Therapy Assistant roles often draw steady interest because facilities need flexible coverage for patient volume, staffing gaps, and seasonal demand. Candidates are usually evaluated on active Florida PTA licensure, BLS certification, and recent hands-on experience, while per diem schedules can make availability and reliability especially important. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, BLS status, and readiness to start with short notice before applying.

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