Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$28-$35/hr

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Orthopedics

Grow Your Physical Therapist Assistant Career with Us!

At Orthopedic Rehabilitation Associates, 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 salary: $28-35 / hour
  • 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 CO 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

Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

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 under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to improve patient mobility and function. Collaborate with the clinical team to track patient progress and foster positive relationships within the local community.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Physical therapyPatient careMobility assessmentTreatment planningClinical documentationEvidence-based practice

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Orthopedic Rehabilitation Associates a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform.

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Colorado, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (404 salary observations; 1,033 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (9,596 salary observations; 51,209 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$66k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $64k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Pta Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution9 jobs

1
$44k
4
$65k-75k
2
$79k
2
$80k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs

CME allowance
100% this job
401k / retirement match
90% this job
Sign-on bonus
30% this job
Loan repayment
10%
Relocation assistance
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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$50/visit
#2

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

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$33.00 - $39.00 per hour
#3

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

$31.00 - $38.00 per hour
#4

Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - FT | Greeley Rehab

$29-$38/hr
+ 11 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score
  • On-site

Living in Monument

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$584k
Typical market rent
$2,053/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.7
State income tax
Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Colorado Springs, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Orthopedic Rehabilitation Associates

Wellness and Fitness Services
Colorado Springs, CO
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Monthly clinical bonus program
100% employer-paid medical insurance
Dental and vision insurance
401k with company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Structured onboarding and mentorship
Continuing education allowance
Professional development pathways