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Reliant Rehabilitation
West Bloomfield, Michigan

Physical Therapist Assistant

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Job Description

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Why Join Reliant Rehabilitation?

Joining Reliant means becoming part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of patients and residents across a variety of care communities. As one of the nation’s largest contract therapy providers, Reliant offers unmatched clinical support, professional development, and growth opportunities.

Our leadership team began their careers as therapists, and we take pride in promoting from within.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated clinical team that provides ongoing training, proven protocols, and hands-on guidance — ensuring therapy is delivered effectively for patients and in full compliance to support our partners.

With operations in 44 states and more than 900 communities nationwide, Reliant can match your location, schedule, and career goals, wherever your path leads.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
  • Maternity and Paternity support program
  • Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
  • Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
  • Flexible scheduling options

Responsibilities

This Physical Therapy Assistant delivers Physical Therapy and related services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), ensuring high-quality care and positive engagement with both clients and facilities.

Services should align with the principles of physical therapy and adhere to Reliant Rehabilitation’s standards. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, supervising Rehab Technicians (as applicable), and managing patient cases.

Maintain a professional demeanor that reflects Reliant Rehabilitation’s dedication to excellence in service and client relationships. Comply with all applicable state and federal regulations governing physical therapy practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support patients in improving functional abilities and skills under the guidance of a licensed PT.
  • Contribute to the development and sustainability of a robust physical therapy program.
  • Advance clinical, professional, and leadership skills through collaboration, self-directed learning, and continuing education.
  • Maintain a current and valid state license and stay informed on developments in physical therapy and healthcare.
  • Understand and apply appropriate billing practices and treatment delivery models, ensuring care meets clinical and regulatory standards.
  • Follow infection control and environmental safety protocols within the facility.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for effective communication and documentation
  • Maintaining confidentiality as appropriate and ensuring compliance with the state practice act in the state(s) where you are licensed.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Valid Physical Therapy Assistant state license

Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).

Key Skills

Patient careTreatment planningClinical documentationRegulatory compliance

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (196 salary observations; 1,482 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,783 salary observations; 58,901 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 Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Michigan?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Michigan vs national$90k median in Michigan$94k nationally (−4%)196 state / 10,783 national salary observations
Cost of livingMichigan index 96.2US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Michigan633 active21,987 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentMichigan Physical Therapist listings: 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 16% offer loan repayment653 active listings, Oct 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.

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

10 jobs
6
<$70k
3
$70k-85k
0
$85k-100k
1
$102k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

10 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
50% this job
Loan repayment
30% this job
Sign-on bonus
20%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

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

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About Reliant Rehabilitation

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

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation packages
Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
401(k) with employer match
PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
Maternity and Paternity support program
Continuing education, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
Flexible scheduling options

Living in West Bloomfield

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$387k
Typical market rent
$2,277/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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