Mid Level Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs
Mid level physical therapist assistant jobs go to clinicians ready to manage their own patient caseloads, guide newer staff through treatment protocols, and make day-to-day clinical decisions with minimal supervision. Openings run mostly on-site across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Hospitality & Tourism, with employers like Northwell Health, Oregon Health & Science University, and Powerback Rehabilitation hiring at this level now.
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Market Director/Physical Therapist Assistant
40 hours/wk Full time
Mobile Outpatient Therapy
Clinical and Management Position
Watertown, CT
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.
With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
Why Powerback?
Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Is responsible for Market relations and program growth in their assigned market.
Provides direct patient care.
Monitors the standard of clinical services being delivered and maintained in all locations within the market and ensures an ethical and compliant product is being delivered.
Manages Powerback Rehabilitation personnel and consultants within facility or home environments.
Ensures accountability to the provision of evidence based care and adherence to care delivery standards.
Reviews monthly market and individual therapist outcomes and supports staff in identifying strategies to improve outcomes as needed.
Assists therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education to meet the needs of the patient.
Takes responsibility for the development and support of all staff in their site to include rounding, coaching and mentoring.
Assumes responsibility for annual merit evaluation of therapy staff within their assigned market.
Assumes responsibility for hiring therapy staff (in conjunction with the Clinical Operations Area Director) within their assigned market.
Assumes responsibility for daily staffing and utilization with input from treating therapists, consideration of clinical requirements, and recommendations from the Clinical Director.
Administers financial controls of revenue and expenses.
Assumes responsibility for facility reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in annual budget preparation.
Assumes responsibility for meeting annual budget goals as set by the Clinical Operations Area Director.
Assists with clinical orientation and ensures that there is a quality orientation process for new rehab staff within their market.
Supports the delivery of the highest standard of rehab services through appropriate utilization of resources, the promotion of clinical programs, and staff development in collaboration with licensed therapists, the Clinical Operations Area Director and the Clinical Director.
Promotes all Powerback Rehabilitation products and services whenever possible.
Develops and maintains relationships with referral sources and staff as a representative of Powerback Rehabilitation.
Ensures that the clinical management of the rehab department, including oversight related to case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification is overseen.
Completes monthly reports and formally reviews them with the facility administration.
Performs other related duties as required.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
- A bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Additionally, the Market Director PTA level must have three years direct patient care experience and either one year of management experience in a rehabilitation setting or has functioned successfully as a point person under the supervision of a Clinical Operations Area Director for a period of one year.
- A thorough knowledge of Medicare and third party billing is also required.
Market Director/Physical Therapist Assistant
40 hours/wk Full time
Mobile Outpatient Therapy
Clinical and Management Position
Watertown, CT
At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.
With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.
Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.
Why Powerback?
Benefits: We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
Support for New Grads: Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
Continuing Education: Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance: We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
Perks at Powerback: Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.
Is responsible for Market relations and program growth in their assigned market.
Provides direct patient care.
Monitors the standard of clinical services being delivered and maintained in all locations within the market and ensures an ethical and compliant product is being delivered.
Manages Powerback Rehabilitation personnel and consultants within facility or home environments.
Ensures accountability to the provision of evidence based care and adherence to care delivery standards.
Reviews monthly market and individual therapist outcomes and supports staff in identifying strategies to improve outcomes as needed.
Assists therapy staff in identifying and removing barriers to treatment and providing clinical education to meet the needs of the patient.
Takes responsibility for the development and support of all staff in their site to include rounding, coaching and mentoring.
Assumes responsibility for annual merit evaluation of therapy staff within their assigned market.
Assumes responsibility for hiring therapy staff (in conjunction with the Clinical Operations Area Director) within their assigned market.
Assumes responsibility for daily staffing and utilization with input from treating therapists, consideration of clinical requirements, and recommendations from the Clinical Director.
Administers financial controls of revenue and expenses.
Assumes responsibility for facility reports on a weekly and monthly basis.
Assists Clinical Operations Area Director in annual budget preparation.
Assumes responsibility for meeting annual budget goals as set by the Clinical Operations Area Director.
Assists with clinical orientation and ensures that there is a quality orientation process for new rehab staff within their market.
Supports the delivery of the highest standard of rehab services through appropriate utilization of resources, the promotion of clinical programs, and staff development in collaboration with licensed therapists, the Clinical Operations Area Director and the Clinical Director.
Promotes all Powerback Rehabilitation products and services whenever possible.
Develops and maintains relationships with referral sources and staff as a representative of Powerback Rehabilitation.
Ensures that the clinical management of the rehab department, including oversight related to case management, quality improvement, care planning, clinical utilization, and patient identification is overseen.
Completes monthly reports and formally reviews them with the facility administration.
Performs other related duties as required.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
- Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
- A bachelor's degree is preferred.
- Additionally, the Market Director PTA level must have three years direct patient care experience and either one year of management experience in a rehabilitation setting or has functioned successfully as a point person under the supervision of a Clinical Operations Area Director for a period of one year.
- A thorough knowledge of Medicare and third party billing is also required.
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Mid Level Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level physical therapist assistant job?
Lead your application with clinical ownership: document patient populations you managed independently, conditions you treated without close supervision, and protocols you helped refine. Highlight any cross-functional work with physical therapists on plan-of-care decisions and any mentoring of aides or newer assistants. A concise resume that shows expanding responsibility rather than just task lists is what moves mid level candidates to the top of the shortlist.
Which companies hire mid level physical therapist assistants?
Companies hiring mid level physical therapist assistants right now include Northwell Health, Oregon Health & Science University, and Powerback Rehabilitation, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from outpatient clinics, rehabilitation hospital networks, home health agencies, and long-term care groups that need clinicians who can carry a full caseload without constant oversight.
Are there remote mid level physical therapist assistant jobs?
Yes, though most roles are still facility-based given the hands-on nature of physical therapy. About 0% of mid level physical therapist assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth follow-ups, care coordination, or utilization review rather than direct treatment. In-person clinic and hospital roles remain the clear majority at this experience level.
How do I move up to a mid level physical therapist assistant role?
The path from entry level to mid level centers on building independent clinical judgment over several years. That means progressing from closely supervised caseloads to managing a full patient schedule on your own, developing competence with a broader range of diagnoses, and taking on informal leadership like training aides or orienting newer assistants. Documenting measurable outcomes, such as functional improvement rates or reduced escalation to the supervising physical therapist, makes the case for promotion concrete.
Which industries hire the most mid level physical therapist assistants?
Mid Level physical therapist assistant roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Hospitality & Tourism, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive demand at the mid level because they rely on experienced assistants who can manage complex patient populations, maintain productivity targets, and operate with limited therapist supervision across high patient volumes.