Physical Therapist Assistant Salary in the United States

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How much does a Physical Therapist Assistant make in the United States? The average Physical Therapist Assistant salary in the United States is $64,739 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $58,570 and $71,457. 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 Therapist Assistant

Nava Healthcare Recruiting - Selma , AL

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with licensed Physical Therapists to implement treatment plans ...

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Physical Therapist Assistant - Full-Time

At Home Therapies - Greenbrae , CA

We are looking for a passionate full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing team. In the same way that you are committed to quality work, we are equally dedicated to helping you grow ...

Job Traffic Ltd - 2 days ago

Physical Therapist Assistant (Home Health)

SunCrest Home Health - Savannah - Savannah , GA

We are hiring for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)! At SunCrest Home Health, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that ...

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Physical Therapist Assistant

Three Rivers Home Health Services - Warner Robins , GA

... Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the ...

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Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Home Health

Interim HealthCare of Maine - Cumberland Center , ME

Interim HealthCare is currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team of healthcare professionals based out of our South Portland, Maine office. We pride ourselves on our well ...

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Physical Therapist Assistant

Mederi Caretenders - Kissimmee , FL

... Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA, LPTA) performs treatment and provides exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the ...

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What does a Physical Therapist Assistant do?

Physical Therapist Assistant in Coudersport, PA

Prepares, maintains, and disseminates patient records and reports as mandated by regulatory agencies, physicians, and at the written request of the patient while maintaining patient confidentiality when corresponding with physical therapists and other hea

March 15, 2023

Physical Therapist Assistant in Delano, CA

Implement patient treatment plans with guidance from the Physical Therapist.

February 02, 2023

Physical Therapist Assistant in Flushing, NY

Completes timely clinical documentation to include functional goal setting, progress and therapeutic approach.

February 18, 2023

Treats the resident/patient in accordance with the care plan after the Physical Therapist performs the initial evaluation to establish treatment goals, frequency, duration, and specific modalities to be used in accordance with the physician's orders with

April 20, 2023

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Average Base Salary

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Average Total Cash Compensation

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Physical Therapist Assistant in the United States. The base salary for Physical Therapist Assistant ranges from $58,570 to $71,457 with the average base salary of $64,739. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,706 to $71,548 with the average total cash compensation of $64,836.

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Skills associated with Physical Therapist Assistant: Regulatory Compliance, Patient Care, Therapist, Timely

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