Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs are open across outpatient clinics, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies, from new-grad to senior-level, with specializations in orthopedics, neuro rehabilitation, and pediatrics. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Make an Impact on our Geriatric Community
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for top caliber Physical Therapist Assistants to join us in Bowie and the surrounding area.
We’re FOX Rehabilitation, a multi-state, professional private practice of independent Physical Therapist Assistants who visit patients and provide evidence-based geriatric care. We’re committed to supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable culture where everyone is welcomed and given access to our many professional growth opportunities. If you want an autonomous Physical Therapist Assistant career and to help older adults become stronger and live better longer on your own schedule, then you’d make a great addition to our team. As a valued FOX clinician, you will be paid for hours worked with the opportunity for benefits depending on your caseload.
Who we’re looking for:
You’re positive, compassionate, respectful, and hard-working with the desire to proactively develop your craft to achieve clinical excellence. You’re reliable, accountable, and respond to every challenge with solutions, rather than excuses. You thrive in an autonomous setting and meet expectations for scheduling and caseload management. You seize every opportunity to feed the “fire in your belly” with our unlimited continuing education credits.
What you’ll do:
- Provide Geriatric House Calls™ to older adults
- Deliver proactive and evidence-based therapy to older adults
What you’ll get:
- Flexible schedule created by you
- Professional growth opportunities
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Overtime options
- Educational programs
What you’ll need:
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply
- Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program
- Basic computer literacy skills
- Current CPR certification
- Integrity, compassion, and enthusiasm
Contact FOX Now!
Kelly P. Klosner PT,DPT
Clinical Talent Acquisition Specialist
609 960 7023
Kelly.Klosner@Foxrehab.org
LI-KK001
Fox Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
In Maryland, the standard base pay range for this role is $21.63 - $31.25 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.
Make an Impact on our Geriatric Community
Our team is growing, and we’re looking for top caliber Physical Therapist Assistants to join us in Bowie and the surrounding area.
We’re FOX Rehabilitation, a multi-state, professional private practice of independent Physical Therapist Assistants who visit patients and provide evidence-based geriatric care. We’re committed to supporting a diverse, inclusive, and equitable culture where everyone is welcomed and given access to our many professional growth opportunities. If you want an autonomous Physical Therapist Assistant career and to help older adults become stronger and live better longer on your own schedule, then you’d make a great addition to our team. As a valued FOX clinician, you will be paid for hours worked with the opportunity for benefits depending on your caseload.
Who we’re looking for:
You’re positive, compassionate, respectful, and hard-working with the desire to proactively develop your craft to achieve clinical excellence. You’re reliable, accountable, and respond to every challenge with solutions, rather than excuses. You thrive in an autonomous setting and meet expectations for scheduling and caseload management. You seize every opportunity to feed the “fire in your belly” with our unlimited continuing education credits.
What you’ll do:
- Provide Geriatric House Calls™ to older adults
- Deliver proactive and evidence-based therapy to older adults
What you’ll get:
- Flexible schedule created by you
- Professional growth opportunities
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Overtime options
- Educational programs
What you’ll need:
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply
- Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program
- Basic computer literacy skills
- Current CPR certification
- Integrity, compassion, and enthusiasm
Contact FOX Now!
Kelly P. Klosner PT,DPT
Clinical Talent Acquisition Specialist
609 960 7023
Kelly.Klosner@Foxrehab.org
LI-KK001
Fox Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
In Maryland, the standard base pay range for this role is $21.63 - $31.25 an hour with an opportunity to earn more.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Rehab Employee Services239
- FOX Rehabilitation136
- HealthPRO Heritage94
- Optum92
- Riverview, LLP81
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services1,801
- Consulting & Professional Services151
- Agriculture & Farming85
- Non-Profit & Social Services58
- Education56
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs.
- Associate degree in physical therapist assisting from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Active state PTA license or eligibility to sit for the NPTE
- Experience using physical therapy EMR software such as WebPT or Theraoffice
- CPR and Basic Life Support certification current at time of hire
- One or more years of clinical experience in an outpatient, SNF, or home health setting
- Familiarity with manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise, and modality operation
Tips for Your Physical Therapy Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Outpatient ortho clinics want different experience than SNFs or pediatric practices. Customize your resume to mirror the language in each posting, highlighting patient populations, documentation systems like WebPT or Theraoffice, and the specific setting's caseload demands.
List every clinical rotation clearly
Hiring managers treat your clinical affiliations as experience. Name each facility, the setting, the patient population, and your supervising PT. Vague entries like 'clinical rotation 1' get overlooked, while detailed ones demonstrate readiness for the role.
Filter openings by setting, not just title
Search for physical therapy assistant openings by setting type, such as home health, inpatient rehab, or outpatient sports medicine, so you're targeting roles that match your clinical strengths. Applying broadly to every PTA posting without filtering leads to mismatched interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists physical therapy assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for setting-specific interview scenarios
Interviewers in SNF and home health roles ask how you handle high caseloads and work with minimal direct supervision. Prepare one or two concrete examples from clinicals or prior work that show your ability to manage a full schedule and make in-the-moment treatment adjustments.
Negotiate start date around license timing
If your NPTE results are pending, tell the hiring manager upfront and ask about a conditional offer. Many employers will hold a position for four to six weeks, especially in high-need settings, so don't wait until licensure is confirmed to start applying.
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most physical therapy assistants?
The companies hiring the most physical therapy assistants right now include Rehab Employee Services, FOX Rehabilitation, and HealthPRO Heritage, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Florida, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient orthopedic groups consistently make up the highest volume of active postings.
How many physical therapy assistant jobs are remote?
About 0% of physical therapy assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most PTA work. The sub-areas most likely to include remote components are telehealth wellness programs, home exercise plan review, and documentation-heavy case coordination roles at larger therapy networks.
How do you become a physical therapy assistant?
You become a physical therapy assistant by completing an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program, which includes both classroom coursework and supervised clinical rotations. After graduating, you must pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs. Once you pass, you apply for licensure in your state, requirements for which vary, and then you're eligible to work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Can I get hired as a physical therapy assistant without prior experience?
Yes, new graduates are hired regularly, particularly in skilled nursing facilities and home health agencies that are willing to invest in onboarding. Your clinical affiliations from your accredited program count as relevant experience, so document them in detail on your resume. Targeting settings known for structured new-grad mentorship, such as larger rehab networks, improves your chances when your hands-on hours are limited to clinicals.
What does the physical therapy assistant interview process look like?
Most physical therapy assistant interviews move through a phone screen with HR, followed by an in-person or video interview with the supervising PT or clinic director. You'll typically be asked scenario-based questions about patient handling, caseload management, and documentation accuracy. Some outpatient settings include a brief skills demonstration or tour of the facility. The full process from application to offer usually takes one to three weeks depending on the employer.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that fit your setting preference, experience level, and location, then apply directly to each listing. There's no need to go through a recruiter or wait for outreach, you apply straight to the employer from the posting.
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