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... Maintain professional therapeutic boundaries with patients, Assure the patient's rights and ... the area's riding trails. Considered the heart of Florida, the beautiful region is centrally ...

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How much do freelance therapeutic riding instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance therapeutic riding instructor in the United States is $22.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.03 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Therapeutic Riding Instructor vs Equine Therapist?

AspectFreelance Therapeutic Riding InstructorEquine Therapist
CredentialsCPR certification, riding instructor certifications, therapeutic riding trainingEquine-assisted therapy certification, mental health or counseling credentials, equine therapy training
Work EnvironmentOutdoor riding arenas, stables, therapy centersIndoor clinics, therapy rooms, outdoor therapy sites
Employer & Industry UsageIndependent contractor, working with therapeutic riding centers or clientsEmployed by therapy organizations, clinics, or practicing independently

While both roles involve working with horses to support mental and physical health, a Freelance Therapeutic Riding Instructor primarily teaches riding skills and therapeutic riding techniques. An Equine Therapist focuses on using horses as part of mental health or physical therapy, often requiring additional counseling credentials. The instructor role emphasizes riding instruction, whereas the therapist role centers on therapy sessions. Both roles require specialized training and certification but serve different therapeutic purposes.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Therapeutic Riding Instructor job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% As Needed, 15% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 5% Temporary, 10% Contract, and 5% Nights. Highlights an 72% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,943 per year, or $22.1 per hour.
YOGA INSTRUCTOR (PRN)

YOGA INSTRUCTOR (PRN)

UHS

Ocala, FL • On-site

Per diem

Posted 19 days ago


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6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

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452nd of 869 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities
The Vines Hospital is currently recruiting for a PRN Yoga Instructor to join our team of dedicated behavioral health professionals.
Position Summary
The Yoga Instructor leads group yoga classes for assigned patient groups. They will lead groups through various levels and types of yoga practice to enhance the spiritual wellness of assigned patient groups. The Yoga Instructor will also, Provide demonstration of techniques, verbal cues and hands-on direction to assist patients with proper poses, alternative poses, the most beneficial breathing patterns, and tips for achieving spiritual wellness, Account for the health and age of the patients and teach them accordingly, Maintain daily group progress notes and document patient progress, Maintain professional therapeutic boundaries with patients, Assure the patient's rights and confidentiality are protected, and acts to prevent, identify, and report abuse to staff immediately, Actively support the mission, philosophy & goals for the hospital, Communicate with sensitivity to growth, development, & cultural issues, and Adhere to facility philosophy, Code of Ethics, Standards of Conduct, Performance Improvement, and corresponding Policies and Procedures.
The Vines Hospital, located in Ocala, FL is a premier behavioral health facility offering individualized mental health and addiction treatment to adults in a secure and private setting. Our services for individuals include specialty programs for active-duty military and Veterans. Our services include partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. We offer acute psychiatric, detox, and PTSD treatment.
Our Location:
We are located in picturesque Marion County, FL. The county is known as the Horse Capital of the World. Enjoy the outdoors at one of the county's serene parks, which includes wonderful hiking trails, river rafting, and tubing. Watch the county's wildlife and view the scenery by taking a horseback ride through one of the area's riding trails. Considered the heart of Florida, the beautiful region is centrally located within hours of many activities. Just a drive away from some of the state's amusement parks or beautiful Florida beaches. The county is less than two hours away from some of the state's large metropolitan areas. From young professionals to a growing family, the area has plenty of activities for every individual.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Yoga Therapy or Hatha Yoga Instruction Certification or Training through an accredited Yoga Training program Required.
One (1) year Yoga teaching experience required. Experience working in healthcare setting preferred.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid Certification. Successful completion of Handle With Care training including appropriate use of seclusion and restraints within 30 days of employment, and prior to assisting in a restraining process.
Effective oral and written communication skills. Driving record must meet or exceed the facility standards.
Extensive sitting, standing, walking, reading, lifting over (50 lbs.) pounds and participation in active physical recreational program. Able to assist reading, lifting with the restraint of individuals weighing up to 250 pounds.
Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Clinical Services and Chief Executive Officer.
Notice
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. The recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, let us know by contacting us at: https://uhs.alertline.com or 1-800-852-3449.

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Universal Health Services (UHS) is a major player in the healthcare industry, based in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, U.S. Founded in 1978, UHS offers hospital and healthcare services. Their diverse services range from acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. The company's mission of enhancing the health and well-being of their patients is reflected in their commitment to 'Helping Individuals Live Longer, Healthier and Happier Lives'. Universal Health Services' consistent growth and success in their industry have been recognized on numerous occasions, including being ranked amongst the Fortune 500 list of largest companies.

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