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Physical Therapy Assistant Salary in the United States

Physical Therapy Assistant Salary

How much does a Physical Therapy Assistant make in the United States? The average Physical Therapy Assistant salary in the United States is $64,101 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $57,901 and $70,701. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Physical Therapy Assistant Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Physical Therapy Assistant Salary $52,256 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Physical Therapy Assistant Salary $57,901 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Physical Therapy Assistant Salary $64,101 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Physical Therapy Assistant Salary $70,701 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Physical Therapy Assistant Salary $76,710 US March 26, 2024
25% $57,901 10% $52,256 90% $76,710 75% $70,701 $64,101 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Physical Therapy Assistant prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Assists Physical Therapist in evaluating and providing treatment for patients to ease their pain and help increase their mobility. Being a Physical Therapy Assistant requires an associate's degree of accredited physical therapist assistant program. Records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment. In addition, Physical Therapy Assistant typically reports to a physical therapist. Requires a state physical therapist assistant license. Physical Therapy Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Physical Therapy Assistant


    Associate's Degree

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    Physical Therapy Aide

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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