Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Charlotte, NC
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Charlotte are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in SouthPark, Ballantyne, and University City across outpatient orthopedic clinics, hospital systems, and skilled nursing facilities. Employers hiring right now include Ivy Health, Advocate Aurora Health, and FYZICAL. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Ivy Health, our Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) have opportunities to pursue multiple professional tracks, including mentorship, residency education, specialty program development, non-treating roles, clinic leadership, and future clinic partnership opportunities.Job Description:
Compensation Range: $30-40/hr
This position is eligible for additional compensation: student loan repayment, sign-on bonus, or relocation assistance
Join Ivy Health's dedicated team where you’re not just an employee, but a valued teammate! Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services. Our culture promotes authenticity, inclusion, growth, community, and a passion for exceptional care for every patient.
Why Choose Ivy Health?
Exceptional Workplace: A prestigious honor to be recognized by Gallup as an Exceptional Workplace, recognizing the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.- Intelligent Documentation: With the utilization of ScribeIQ (an AI documentation tool), clinicians can expect a significant reduction in their normal documentation time, allowing them to spend more quality time with patients and keeping their notes AT work.
- Innovative Resources & Mentorship: Access to abundant resources, robust mentorship, and career advice for unparalleled success.
- Exceeding Expectations: Deliver best-in-class care and witness exceptional patient outcomes.
- Exceptional Partnerships: Collaborate with leaders like Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) and educational partners for continuous learning.
- A Culture of Connection and Support: Enjoy access to Teammate Resource Groups (TRGs) including Pride, Military, Career Development, and Wellness & Work-Life Balance, plus the Teammate Financial Assistance Fund, a well-structured onboarding experience, and a large nationwide community of like-minded professionals.
- Advance Your Career: Take advantage of opportunities in mentoring, leadership roles, non-clinical career paths, and much more!
Benefits (effective the first of the month following your start date):
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) + discount program
- Complimentary therapy services
- Up to 20 PTO days, 6 holidays, 2 CEU days, and CEU reimbursement annually
- Paid Maternity / Parental Leave (eligibility after 6 months)
What we look for:
- License or pending license as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the treating state required
- Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program required
The compensation range listed reflects the good faith estimate of pay this organization reasonably expects to offer for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and work location. This range applies to the base salary or hourly rate only and does not include bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation that may be offered.
We do not inquire about salary history as part of our hiring process.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and organizational need. Any listed salary range or contractual rate does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits.
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Who's Hiring
- Ivy Health23
- Advocate Aurora Health23

- FYZICAL12

- Atrium Health12

- Nurses and More12

Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Charlotte: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a physical therapy assistant job in Charlotte?
Charlotte's strongest hiring comes from outpatient orthopedic and sports rehab clinics, large hospital systems, and the growing network of skilled nursing and long-term care facilities in Ballantyne and University City. Candidates with hands-on clinical hours in those settings and experience with orthopedic or neuro populations stand out. Targeting the SouthPark and Ballantyne corridors, where private practice groups and outpatient chains concentrate, gives you the most options in this market.
Which companies hire physical therapy assistants in Charlotte?
Charlotte physical therapy assistant roles are posted by Ivy Health, Advocate Aurora Health, and FYZICAL and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. The Charlotte market includes a mix of large regional health systems, national outpatient therapy chains with multiple local clinics, and independently owned practices across the metro area.
How can I get a physical therapy assistant job in Charlotte with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Charlotte is through a clinical affiliation or new-grad role at one of the city's outpatient orthopedic chains or hospital-affiliated rehab departments, which regularly take on recent graduates from programs like Central Piedmont Community College. Applying to skilled nursing facilities in the Ballantyne and Steele Creek areas is another strong option, as those settings tend to be more open to new graduates than specialized acute-care units.
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