Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Wisconsin

Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Wisconsin concentrate in hospital-based rehabilitation, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient orthopedic clinics, and home health settings, with openings at every level from new graduate to senior clinician. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the busiest hiring markets, anchored by large systems such as Froedtert Health, UW Health, and Prevea Health. The most in-demand specialties are orthopedic rehabilitation, neurological recovery, and geriatric care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles79
Top employerEvolve Therapy Services
Top cityWausau, WI
Cities hiring55
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Tender Touch Therapy
Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
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Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
Tender Touch Therapy
Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
51-200

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Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
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Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
Tender Touch Therapy
Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
51-200

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Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
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Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
Tender Touch Therapy
Kenosha, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
51-200

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Aveanna Healthcare
Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Part Time PRN
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Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Part Time PRN
Aveanna Healthcare
Appleton, Wisconsin
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services
$28 - $38/hr
10,000+

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PAM Health
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) FT Days | Wausau Rehab
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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) FT Days | Wausau Rehab
PAM Health
Wausau, Wisconsin
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
BLS Certification
5,001-10,000

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Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs by City in Wisconsin

Where Wisconsin roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wausau
6 jobs
Milwaukee
6 jobs
Kenosha
5 jobs
Oshkosh
3 jobs
Fond du Lac
3 jobs
Racine
2 jobs
Jackson
2 jobs
Mayville
2 jobs
Middleton
2 jobs

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Market in Wisconsin

A snapshot from current Wisconsin openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Evolve Therapy Services
    Evolve Therapy Services11
  • Enhance Rehabilitation
    Enhance Rehabilitation9
  • Dove Healthcare
    Dove Healthcare8
  • PAM Health
    PAM Health4
  • Continuum Therapy Partners
    Continuum Therapy Partners4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Wisconsin Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapist assistant jobs across Wisconsin.

  • Active Wisconsin Physical Therapist Assistant license issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
  • Associate degree in physical therapist assistant from a CAPTE-accredited program
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification required at time of hire
  • Minimum one year of clinical experience in an outpatient or inpatient rehabilitation setting
  • Ability to document treatment progress using electronic health record systems such as Epic
  • Strong communication skills for collaborating with supervising physical therapists and interdisciplinary care teams

Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a physical therapist assistant in Wisconsin?

You must complete an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist assistant program, then pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. After passing, you apply for licensure through the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services. Wisconsin requires ongoing continuing education for license renewal, and your supervising physical therapist must hold an active Wisconsin license.

How much do physical therapist assistants make in Wisconsin?

Physical therapist assistants in Wisconsin earn a median of about $64,080 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $51,960 for the lowest 10% to over $77,440 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire physical therapist assistants in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin physical therapist assistant roles are posted by Evolve Therapy Services, Enhance Rehabilitation, and Dove Healthcare and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Wisconsin's mix of large integrated health systems, regional hospital networks, and independent outpatient orthopedic clinics creates consistent demand for physical therapist assistants across urban and rural communities alike.

Which Wisconsin cities have the most physical therapist assistant jobs?

Wausau, Milwaukee, and Kenosha have the most physical therapist assistant openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee drives the highest volume through its concentration of large hospital systems and rehabilitation networks, while Madison's activity reflects the UW Health system and affiliated outpatient clinics, and Green Bay's openings are anchored by regional health systems and the area's growing aging population.

Are there remote physical therapist assistant jobs in Wisconsin?

Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapist assistant work is inherently hands-on, requiring direct patient contact for therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, and functional training. About 0% of physical therapist assistant openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth check-ins, documentation review, or care coordination rather than full clinical treatment sessions.

How can I get hired as a physical therapist assistant in Wisconsin with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate PTA positions at large Wisconsin health systems such as Froedtert Health and UW Health, which regularly bring on candidates directly from CAPTE-accredited programs. Working as a physical therapy aide or rehabilitation technician beforehand builds clinical exposure that many Wisconsin employers value. Completing your clinical affiliations at a Wisconsin facility, obtaining your Wisconsin PTA license promptly after graduation, and earning a BLS certification before your first interview all strengthen your candidacy noticeably.

Where can I find and apply to physical therapist assistant jobs in Wisconsin?

You can find and apply to physical therapist assistant jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to the employer through the listing.

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