Physical Therapy Assistant

Step Up Merritt Island; Titusville (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

20+ days PTO

Medical insurance

Dental & vision

AFLAC options

Life insurance

Daily Pay

Monthly employee appreciation events

Childcare support

Job summary

Solaris HealthCare Merritt Island seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide skilled therapy in a SNF setting. You will work with residents to restore function and independence, partnering with an interdisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective care.

The role offers a supportive work environment with modern facilities, a favorable caseload, and a comprehensive benefits package. Prior SNF experience and Florida PTA licensure or eligibility are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Active Florida PTA license (or license-eligible).
• SNF or post-acute experience preferred.
• Net Health knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled PTA-related therapy services to residents in a SNF while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to improve safety, function and quality of life.

Skills

PTA clinical skills

Education

Graduate of PTA program

Florida PTA license (or license-eligible)

Tools

Net Health

Job description

Our team approach to care management is focused on allowing our patients to improve function and achieve their highest quality of life.

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - SNF - $5,000 Sign On Bonus - -Merritt Island, FL

Enjoy flexible scheduling, true work life balance, excellent benefits, holiday pay, 401(k) company match, and more. Join a group where your ideas matter and your work is genuinely appreciated!

Competitive pay: $28–$38/hr, depending on experience.

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) – Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF)

This position is exclusively for professionals licensed in the state of Florida as a PTA. All services are provided in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF).

Why Step Up Rehab?

We support clinicians with realistic caseloads, modern rehab gyms, and leadership that values quality care and clinician well-being.

What We Offer Full-Time Employees

• 401(k) with company match
• 20+ days PTO
• Modern facilities with state-of-the-art gyms and advanced rehab equipment
• Competitive pay
• Medical insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield, plus dental and vision with Delta
• AFLAC options
• Life insurance
• Support with childcare placement
• Daily Pay option
• Monthly employee appreciation events
• Comfortable caseloads
• Supportive leadership and a positive culture
• At Step Up Rehab, we see you as a person first — your passion, your strengths, and your heart for helping others. If that sounds like you, we’d be proud to have you join us!

Position Summary

Provide skilled PTA-related therapy services to residents in a Skilled Nursing Facility while collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to improve safety, function, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Active Florida PTA license (or license-eligible) required
• SNF or post-acute experience preferred
• Net Health knowledge preferred

Please see the link below to the new Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education and Awareness website, implemented under House Bill 531 (2025)

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Solaris HealthCare Merritt Island

Step Up Rehab is the in-house therapy provider at Solaris HealthCare Merritt Island.

Work inside the dedicated therapy gym within this skilled nursing facility, helping residents regain function and independence through skilled, compassionate care.