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Upstream Rehabilitation
Kennewick, Washington

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$26-$32/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Ortho

Build Your Outpatient Physical Therapy Career with us!

West Clearwater, WA | 9501 W Clearwater Ave, Suite A130

At Oasis, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.

We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN PTAs who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.

Why Clinicians Choose Brand Name

Competitive Physical Therapist Assistant rates: $26.00 - $32.00 / hour

*Sign on & SLRP incentives are subject to start availability

  • Achievable monthly clinical bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
  • 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays

Structured Onboarding and Mentorship for New-grad PTAs

  • Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through Upstream - with annual allowance!
  • Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
  • Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients
  • A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
  • What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
  • Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
  • Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
  • Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Active Washington State PTA license (or eligibility)
  • A Better Place to Build Your PTA Career

When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.

Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you. With a network of over 1,200 clinics coast-to-coast across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in quality outcomes, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to reduce paperwork and give you more time for care.

You’ll be part of a fantastic group of clinicians who shape our culture, create a positive work environment, and know how to have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists choose to grow their careers with Upstream.

Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic

Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care to help patients improve mobility, strength, and function under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Track patient progress and collaborate with the clinical team to implement individualized treatment plans.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient CareEvidence-Based PracticeMobility ImprovementStrength TrainingTreatment PlanningPatient Progress TrackingClinical CollaborationOutpatient Orthopedics

Physical Therapist Career Context

Of the 39 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% are remote, 15% have no call, 36% require no weekends.

In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$103k (263 salary observations; 639 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (7,156 salary observations; 29,836 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$60k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $56k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$60k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top PTA Jobs

17 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution15 jobs

2
<$60k
6
$60k-75k
2
$75k-90k
4
$90k-105k
1
$105k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
58% this job
CME allowance
58% this job
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Center Well · Vancouver, Washington

$77k-$105k
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time (40 hours/week)

Kittitas Valley Healthcare · Ellensburg, Washington

$31.94-$48.41/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant

$70k-$100k
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$47/hr
+ 15 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Kennewick

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$398k
Typical market rent
$1,676/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Kennewick-Richland, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Upstream Rehabilitation

Hospitals and Health Care
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option
Dental and Vision insurance
401k with company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Structured onboarding and mentorship for new-grad PTAs
Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities with annual allowance
Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
Modern clinical technology