Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Company : HealthPRO Heritage
Location : Gainesville, FL, 32606
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 7 January 2026
Overview
HealthPro Heritage has a great Part-time (20-25 hours) Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for our assisted living community in Gainsville, FL. . Join a supportive team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our residents through compassionate and personalized care.
- Flexible schedule
- no evenings or weekends
Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
Join Us in Making a Difference
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
- Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
- Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.
Qualifications
- Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
- Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
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Frequently asked questions
In Gainesville, FL, licensed physical therapist assistants typically require a valid Florida state license. Employers may prioritize candidates with up-to-date certification and familiarity with local regulatory standards, enhancing your competitiveness in this market.
Gainesville's healthcare sector shows steady growth, with increased openings for PTAs in assisted living and rehabilitation facilities. The rising elderly population and healthcare needs contribute to a robust hiring environment for skilled physical therapist assistants.
Licensed PTAs perform hands-on patient care following physical therapist plans, emphasizing therapeutic exercises and patient education while ensuring compliance with treatment protocols. This role demands both clinical precision and strong interpersonal communication.
Yes, PTAs often expand into niches like geriatric care or neurological rehabilitation by gaining experience, additional certifications, or advanced training, which can open pathways to supervisory roles or specialized clinical practice.
Daily duties usually include executing treatment plans, documenting patient progress meticulously, collaborating with physical therapists, and educating patients and families on self-care techniques to promote recovery.
HealthPRO Heritage fosters growth by providing ongoing training programs, encouraging team collaboration, and offering a flexible part-time schedule that enables PTAs to balance professional advancement with personal obligations.
Employees benefit from a competitive pay structure, no evening or weekend shifts, a purpose-driven workplace culture, and comprehensive benefits tailored specifically for healthcare professionals focused on assisted living care.
Licensed PTAs in Gainesville typically earn between $50,000 and $65,000 annually, depending on experience and facility type. Part-time roles, like those at HealthPRO Heritage, offer hourly compensation aligned with local market standards.
Strong therapeutic skills, effective communication, teamwork aptitude, and proficiency with clinical documentation software are prized to maintain high-quality patient care and seamless multidisciplinary collaboration.
Yes, the part-time PTA position offers flexible hours focused on weekday shifts without evening or weekend demands, enabling a healthy work-life balance while serving Gainesville's assisted living community.