Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs
Physical Therapist Assistant jobs are open across hospitals, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, home health agencies, and school systems, at every level from new-grad to senior, with specializations in orthopedics, neuro rehabilitation, and pediatrics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
New Grads Welcome | Mentorship, Growth & Leadership Opportunities
Looking for a clinic where you can grow as a clinician, be supported by your team, and build a long-term career?
Forever Fit Physical Therapy & Wellness is a PT-owned private practice committed to delivering exceptional patient care while creating exceptional careers for our team. Whether you're a new graduate looking for mentorship or an experienced PTA ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to meet you.
Why PTAs Choose Forever Fit
Strong Mentorship & Support
- Structured mentorship and support for new graduates
- Gradual onboarding and caseload ramp-up
- Regular one-on-one coaching and development
- Collaborative team environment where questions are encouraged
Quality Patient Care
- Outpatient orthopedic setting
- Opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients
- Work closely with experienced physical therapists
- Focus on delivering outstanding outcomes and patient experiences
Career Growth
- Leadership development opportunities
- Professional growth and advancement pathways
- Opportunities to contribute ideas and help shape the future of the company
- Regular opportunities for learning and professional development
A Team You Enjoy Working With
- Positive, supportive culture
- PT-owned and PT-led organization
- Team members who genuinely care about each other's success
- Collaborative environment across our growing practice
Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $35–$40 per hour
Benefits include:
- 401(k) with company match
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonuses
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (or eligible for licensure in Maryland)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for helping patients achieve their goals
- Commitment to continued professional growth
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
If you're looking for a place where you can develop your skills, make a meaningful impact on patients, and build a rewarding long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00–$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapist Assistant License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866
Ability to Relocate:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
New Grads Welcome | Mentorship, Growth & Leadership Opportunities
Looking for a clinic where you can grow as a clinician, be supported by your team, and build a long-term career?
Forever Fit Physical Therapy & Wellness is a PT-owned private practice committed to delivering exceptional patient care while creating exceptional careers for our team. Whether you're a new graduate looking for mentorship or an experienced PTA ready for your next opportunity, we'd love to meet you.
Why PTAs Choose Forever Fit
Strong Mentorship & Support
- Structured mentorship and support for new graduates
- Gradual onboarding and caseload ramp-up
- Regular one-on-one coaching and development
- Collaborative team environment where questions are encouraged
Quality Patient Care
- Outpatient orthopedic setting
- Opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients
- Work closely with experienced physical therapists
- Focus on delivering outstanding outcomes and patient experiences
Career Growth
- Leadership development opportunities
- Professional growth and advancement pathways
- Opportunities to contribute ideas and help shape the future of the company
- Regular opportunities for learning and professional development
A Team You Enjoy Working With
- Positive, supportive culture
- PT-owned and PT-led organization
- Team members who genuinely care about each other's success
- Collaborative environment across our growing practice
Compensation & Benefits
Pay: $35–$40 per hour
Benefits include:
- 401(k) with company match
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Flexible scheduling options
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral bonuses
Qualifications
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (or eligible for licensure in Maryland)
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for helping patients achieve their goals
- Commitment to continued professional growth
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
If you're looking for a place where you can develop your skills, make a meaningful impact on patients, and build a rewarding long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00–$40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapist Assistant License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866
Ability to Relocate:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Physical Therapy License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Burtonsville, MD 20866: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Who's Hiring
- HiredFirst236H
- Optum178
- Continuum Therapy Partners170
- Reliant Rehabilitation120
- HealthPRO Heritage108
Top Industries Hiring
- Insurance70
- Healthcare & Medical Services50
- Education4
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapist assistant jobs.
- Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited program
- Active state PTA license or eligibility to obtain licensure before start date
- CPR and Basic Life Support certification
- Experience with documentation systems such as Epic, WebPT, or Theraoffice
- Ability to assist patients with therapeutic exercises, transfers, and gait training
- Experience in a specific care setting such as outpatient orthopedics, SNF, or home health
Tips for Your Physical Therapist Assistant Job Search
Highlight your clinical rotation specialties
Your resume should name the specific settings from your supervised clinical hours, whether orthopedics, neuro, or pediatrics. Hiring managers in outpatient clinics and SNFs want to see which patient populations you already know how to handle, not just that you completed rotations.
Match your license to each state's requirements
PTA licensure is state-specific, and some employers require you to already hold a license in their state before starting. Check whether a job listing requires an active license, a compact state license, or just eligibility, before you apply.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists physical therapist assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job titles beyond just PTA
Listings for your role also appear under titles like rehabilitation aide, therapy assistant, or PTA PRN. Searching only one phrase means missing openings that match your skills, so vary your search terms when you look through current listings.
Prepare for a skills demonstration interview
Many outpatient and SNF employers ask candidates to demonstrate a transfer technique, gait training cue, or basic therapeutic exercise during the interview. Brush up on your verbal cuing and hands-on technique before your first in-person round.
Negotiate schedule flexibility, not just pay
In settings like home health and SNFs, schedule structure varies widely between employers. When you reach the offer stage, ask specifically about caseload size, travel expectations, and documentation time so you know what the day-to-day actually looks like before you accept.
Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most physical therapist assistants?
The companies hiring the most physical therapist assistants right now include HiredFirst, Optum, and Continuum Therapy Partners, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Texas, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Skilled nursing facilities and outpatient rehabilitation networks tend to post the highest volume of openings consistently.
How many physical therapist assistant jobs are remote?
About 16% of physical therapist assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The sub-areas most likely to include remote components are telehealth-based home exercise program support and documentation-heavy care coordination roles at larger rehabilitation networks.
How do you become a physical therapist assistant?
You become a physical therapist assistant by completing an accredited associate degree program in physical therapist assistant studies, which includes both classroom coursework and supervised clinical rotations. After graduating, you pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs administered by the FSBPT, then apply for licensure in the state where you plan to work.
Can you get hired as a physical therapist assistant with no experience?
Yes, new graduates are regularly hired into entry-level physical therapist assistant roles, particularly in skilled nursing facilities and home health agencies, which often have higher turnover and structured onboarding. Your clinical rotation experience counts as practical experience on your resume, so list each setting, the patient populations you treated, and the techniques you practiced.
What does the physical therapist assistant interview process look like?
Most physical therapist assistant interviews include an initial phone screen with a recruiter or HR contact, followed by an in-person or video interview with the supervising physical therapist or rehab director. Outpatient and SNF employers often include a brief practical component where you demonstrate a transfer, therapeutic exercise, or verbal cueing technique before a hiring decision is made.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapist assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to physical therapist assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings for roles that match your license, setting preference, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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