Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Salary in Chicago, Illinois

How much does a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant make in Chicago, IL? The average Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant salary in Chicago, IL is $57,767 as of August 27, 2019, but the range typically falls between $52,313 and $63,759. 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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Skills Associated with Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant: Administer Therapeutic Treatments, Medical Specialty: Physical Therapy

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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant assists Physical Therapist in evaluating and providing treatment for patients to ease their pain and help increase their mobility. Prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Being a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment. Requires an associate's degree of accredited physical therapist assistant program. Additionally, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant typically reports to a physical therapist. Requires a state physical therapist assistant license. Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2019 Salary.com)

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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Pay Difference by Location

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.3%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 10.7%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-2.7%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 6.0%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.9%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 21.0%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.0%