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Integrity Rehab Group
Gadsden, Alabama

Physical Therapist Assistant - Northeast Orthopedics (NEO)

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$24-$29/hr

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Job Description

Upstream Rehab/Integrity Rehab Group is an industry leading therapy management company that partners with physician practices across the nation. In partnering with Sparks Orthopedics, now Northeast Orthopedics, we have become a preferred outpatient orthopedic therapy service provider to the Gadsden, AL community.

To further support the needs of this community we are looking to add an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant to our team that is committed to providing a remarkable patient experience through advancing our vision of coordinating patient-centered care with an emphasis on comprehensive evidence-based treatment.

This is enhanced through building integral relationships with our physician partners. Together, we strive to provide exceptional patient outcomes and a positive atmosphere for patient healing while promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Competitive Hourly Rate: $24-29/hour

Company Benefits

  • Quarterly Team Care Bonus $$
  • Annual continuing education benefit $1500
  • A comprehensive benefits package with PTO, holiday pay, health/pharmacy/dental/vision
  • 401k and Company match
  • Opportunities for physician interaction including clinic shadowing and surgery observation
  • Therapy license renewal reimbursement
  • Leadership development coursework and mentorship
  • Life Insurance: will cover 1 x your base salary
  • Voluntary Short –Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available

Employee Assistance Program that provides support, resources, and information for personal and work-life issues

Requirements

  • Current or pending Alabama PTA license
  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program

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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

The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide remarkable patient-centered care through evidence-based treatment in an outpatient orthopedic setting. They will collaborate with physician partners to ensure exceptional patient outcomes and maintain a supportive clinical environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical collaborationDocumentation

Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context

Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Orthopedic Surgery by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$50k–$60kOrthopedic Surgery median $68k (middle half $63k–$77k)510 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$62k in purchasing powerAlabama index 88.8 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Orthopedic Surgery listings in Alabama9 active427 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Orthopedic Surgery pay trend−1.1% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Integrity Rehab Group

Hospitals and Health Care
Birmingham, AL
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Quarterly Team Care Bonus
Annual Continuing Education Benefit $1500
PTO
Holiday Pay
Health Insurance
Pharmacy
Dental
Vision

Living in Gadsden

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$169k
Typical market rent
$859/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
85.7
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Gadsden, AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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