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Must have graduated from a 2 year accredited PTA program, passed or be eligible for state boards and hold a current valid NY PTA license.
A Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position is now available in our sub-acute/skilled nursing rehab department located in the Watkins Glens area of NY in Horseheads, NY.
Bethany Nursing Home (part of Bethany Village) in Horseheads, NY, is a 122-bed not-for-profit facility offering all levels of care - SNF, ALF, ILF and Independent living cottages and apartments. Strong leadership, supportive and friendly staff! Located in Chemung County and close to Watkins Glen area.
You may have already heard that Preferred Therapy Solutions is different from other therapy companies. Let us tell you why we are a step above the rest.
Excellence. Stability. Integrity.
- We are owned and operated by therapists.
- We focus on appropriate and ethical patient care.
- Members of our management team have worked in the very position you are interested in.
- We understand what therapists need to be successful.
- We know that a healthy balance between work and family is important, so we offer a very generous paid time off package for full and part-time employees.
- We know that continuing your education is important, so we have a great education department to help you stay up to date.
The success of our residents relies on the success of our therapists. We know that providing the highest quality care brings the highest outcome for our residents. After all, we are all in this to help those we treat reach their highest level of independence. Come join our team and be part of our success!
WE OFFER COMPETITIVE RATES AND GREAT FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
- Up to 5 weeks of paid time off to start and up to 6 weeks of PTO after 5 years of employment
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ Rx plan/ H.S.A
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Continuing Education program
- 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer match (available to per-diem employees)
- Flexible schedules to promote a balance between career and personal life
- Mentor programs for therapists interested in growing their skills or management opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS
- Provide comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting
- Work collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment
- Possess a current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or be license eligible to practice in the state employed
- Demonstrate strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and have experience with electronic documentation
- Demonstrate good attention to detail and timeliness with documentation
- Work well with others in a team setting
- Be flexible with hours.
GOOD FAITH RATE RANGE: $28.00 - $33.00
A full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position is available in our sub-acute/skilled nursing rehab department.
You may have already heard that Preferred Therapy Solutions is different from other therapy companies. Let us tell you why we are a step above the rest.
Excellence. Stability. Integrity.
- We are owned and operated by therapists.
- We focus on appropriate and ethical patient care.
- Members of our management team have worked in the very position you are interested in.
- We understand what therapists need to be successful.
- We know that a healthy balance between work and family is important, so we offer a very generous paid time off package for full and part-time employees.
- We know that continuing your education is important, so we have a great education department to help you stay up to date.
We offer competitive rates and great benefits:
- Up to 5 weeks of paid time off to start and up to 6 weeks of PTO after 5 years of employment
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ Rx plan/ H.S.A
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Continuing Education program
- 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer match
- Flexible schedules to promote a balance between career and personal life
- Mentor programs for therapists interested in growing their skills or management opportunities.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The qualified candidate will:
- Provide comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting
- Work collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment
- Possess a current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or be license eligible to practice in the state employed
- Demonstrate strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and have experience with electronic documentation
- Demonstrate good attention to detail and timeliness with documentation
- Work well with others in a team setting
- Be flexible with hours.
The success of our residents relies on the success of our therapists. We know that providing the highest quality care brings the highest outcome for our residents. After all, we are all in this to help those we treat reach their highest level of independence. Come join our team and be part of our success!
Overview:
Must have graduated from a 2 year accredited PTA program, passed or be eligible for state boards and hold a current valid NY PTA license.
A Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position is now available in our sub-acute/skilled nursing rehab department located in the Watkins Glens area of NY in Horseheads, NY.
Bethany Nursing Home (part of Bethany Village) in Horseheads, NY, is a 122-bed not-for-profit facility offering all levels of care - SNF, ALF, ILF and Independent living cottages and apartments. Strong leadership, supportive and friendly staff! Located in Chemung County and close to Watkins Glen area.
You may have already heard that Preferred Therapy Solutions is different from other therapy companies. Let us tell you why we are a step above the rest.
Excellence. Stability. Integrity.
- We are owned and operated by therapists.
- We focus on appropriate and ethical patient care.
- Members of our management team have worked in the very position you are interested in.
- We understand what therapists need to be successful.
- We know that a healthy balance between work and family is important, so we offer a very generous paid time off package for full and part-time employees.
- We know that continuing your education is important, so we have a great education department to help you stay up to date.
The success of our residents relies on the success of our therapists. We know that providing the highest quality care brings the highest outcome for our residents. After all, we are all in this to help those we treat reach their highest level of independence. Come join our team and be part of our success!
WE OFFER COMPETITIVE RATES AND GREAT FULL-TIME BENEFITS:
- Up to 5 weeks of paid time off to start and up to 6 weeks of PTO after 5 years of employment
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ Rx plan/ H.S.A
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Continuing Education program
- 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer match (available to per-diem employees)
- Flexible schedules to promote a balance between career and personal life
- Mentor programs for therapists interested in growing their skills or management opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS
- Provide comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting
- Work collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment
- Possess a current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or be license eligible to practice in the state employed
- Demonstrate strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and have experience with electronic documentation
- Demonstrate good attention to detail and timeliness with documentation
- Work well with others in a team setting
- Be flexible with hours.
GOOD FAITH RATE RANGE: $28.00 - $33.00
A full-time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) position is available in our sub-acute/skilled nursing rehab department.
You may have already heard that Preferred Therapy Solutions is different from other therapy companies. Let us tell you why we are a step above the rest.
Excellence. Stability. Integrity.
- We are owned and operated by therapists.
- We focus on appropriate and ethical patient care.
- Members of our management team have worked in the very position you are interested in.
- We understand what therapists need to be successful.
- We know that a healthy balance between work and family is important, so we offer a very generous paid time off package for full and part-time employees.
- We know that continuing your education is important, so we have a great education department to help you stay up to date.
We offer competitive rates and great benefits:
- Up to 5 weeks of paid time off to start and up to 6 weeks of PTO after 5 years of employment
- Medical/ Dental/ Vision/ Rx plan/ H.S.A
- Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
- Continuing Education program
- 401(k) plan with a discretionary employer match
- Flexible schedules to promote a balance between career and personal life
- Mentor programs for therapists interested in growing their skills or management opportunities.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:
The qualified candidate will:
- Provide comprehensive and compassionate therapy services in a sub-acute/skilled nursing facility setting
- Work collaboratively with other rehab therapists and nursing staff in a supportive team-working environment
- Possess a current Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or be license eligible to practice in the state employed
- Demonstrate strong computer skills with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and have experience with electronic documentation
- Demonstrate good attention to detail and timeliness with documentation
- Work well with others in a team setting
- Be flexible with hours.
The success of our residents relies on the success of our therapists. We know that providing the highest quality care brings the highest outcome for our residents. After all, we are all in this to help those we treat reach their highest level of independence. Come join our team and be part of our success!
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Who's Hiring
- Athletico Physical Therapy192
- Powerback Rehabilitation187
- Vibra Travels154
- Preferred Therapy Solutions76
- PruittHealth65
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services246
- Consulting & Professional Services14
- Education8
- Staffing & Recruiting5
- Transportation & Logistics3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs.
- Associate degree from an accredited PTA program and current state licensure
- Valid PTA license or eligibility to obtain licensure in the posting state
- CPR and Basic Life Support certification
- Experience with electronic medical record documentation systems
- Ability to implement treatment plans under a supervising physical therapist
- Physical stamina to assist with patient transfers, therapeutic exercise, and manual therapy
Tips for Your Physical Therapy Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Outpatient orthopedics, acute care, and pediatric settings each prize different skills. Rewrite your resume's summary and bullet points to match the specific care setting in each posting, not just the job title.
List your APTA state licensure clearly
Employers screen for state licensure before reading anything else. Put your license number, issuing state, and expiration date in your resume header so a recruiter can verify eligibility in seconds without digging.
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.
Ask about patient caseload in interviews
Asking how many patients you'd see per day signals clinical maturity and helps you evaluate burnout risk. Interviewers consistently respond well to candidates who demonstrate they understand productivity standards in outpatient versus inpatient settings.
Quantify your documentation experience
Most postings list EMR proficiency as a requirement but rarely specify which system. Name the platforms you've used and note how many daily progress notes you handled to show you can hit the ground running without a learning curve.
Negotiate schedule flexibility, not just pay
Per diem rates and weekend differentials vary widely between facility types. Once you have an offer, ask specifically about shift rotations, on-call expectations, and PRN opportunities before accepting, since those factors directly affect your actual take-home and sustainability.
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most physical therapy assistants?
The most active employers for physical therapy assistants right now are Athletico Physical Therapy, Powerback Rehabilitation, and Vibra Travels, and the most openings are in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to be highest in skilled nursing, home health, and outpatient orthopedic settings.
How many physical therapy assistant jobs are remote?
About 2% of physical therapy assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting that most PTA work requires in-person patient contact. The roles most likely to have a remote component are telehealth follow-up sessions, patient education coordination, and administrative or case management positions within larger health systems.
How do you become a physical therapy assistant?
You earn an associate degree from an accredited PTA program, which includes both classroom coursework and supervised clinical rotations. After graduating, you pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for PTAs administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy. You then apply for licensure in your state, which may require additional jurisprudence exams or background checks before you can practice.
How do you get hired as a physical therapy assistant with little experience?
Emphasize your clinical rotation sites and the patient populations you treated, since those rotations are your direct work experience. Apply to per diem or PRN postings at skilled nursing facilities, which hire new grads more readily than competitive outpatient orthopedic clinics. Getting your BLS certification before applying and volunteering a willingness to work across multiple settings also strengthens entry-level applications significantly.
What does the physical therapy assistant interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone screen to confirm licensure status and availability, then invite you to an in-person or video interview with the supervising PT or clinic director. You'll typically be asked to walk through a patient scenario or describe how you'd handle a specific treatment situation. Some facilities include a brief facility tour and introduce you to the team before extending an offer.
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 match your credentials, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing from the job page.
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