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How much does a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) make in Harrisburg, PA? The average Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) salary in Harrisburg, PA is $62,803 as of April 24, 2024, but the range typically falls between $56,703 and $69,203. 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.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $51,149 Harrisburg,PA April 24, 2024
25th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $56,703 Harrisburg,PA April 24, 2024
50th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $62,803 Harrisburg,PA April 24, 2024
75th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $69,203 Harrisburg,PA April 24, 2024
90th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $75,030 Harrisburg,PA April 24, 2024
25% $56,703 10% $51,149 90% $75,030 75% $69,203 $62,803 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 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 Therapist Assistant (PTA) 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 Therapist Assistant (PTA) typically reports to a physical therapist. Requires a state physical therapist assistant license. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)'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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Job Openings for Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Harrisburg, PA
  • $2,500 Sign On Bonus. PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT – Part Time. CommuniCare Rehab, a member of the CommuniCare Family of Companies has a Part Time opening ...
    - 12 Days Ago
  • This position is for our Frederick, MD and/or our Hagerstown, MD location. WE'VE EXPANDED. The Pediatric Movement Center is proud to announce that we have ...
    - 18 Days Ago
  • Overview. NovaCare Rehabilitation is seeking an outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant in Blairsville, PA. Our Blairsville outpatient orthopedic center is...
    - 2 Months Ago
  • Austill's Educational Services, the leading provider of school-based related services in southeastern PA, has summer/ESY opportunities in Newtown Square wi...
    - 12 Days Ago
  • Austill's Educational Services, the leading provider of school-based related services in southeastern PA, is actively seeking a pediatric Physical Therapis...
    - 14 Days Ago

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    Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)


    Associate's Degree

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    Physical Therapy Aide

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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