Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$31-$39/hr
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Job Description
Join Our Team: Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant
About Us
Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice is more than just a healthcare provider; we're a community-focused, not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the well-being of central Vermonters.
We deliver exceptional home health and hospice care to individuals of all backgrounds, ensuring access to high-quality services regardless of financial circumstances.
Committed to holistic care, we offer a range of health promotion, long-term care, and maternal-and-child health services, aiming to enrich the lives of our community members at every stage.
Who We're Seeking: We are seeking a skilled Physical Therapist Assistant to deliver high-quality in-home therapy services to a diverse clientele, demonstrating advanced knowledge and expertise in accordance with established physical therapy standards. In this role, you will have the opportunity to truly get to know your patients and become an integral part of their care team.
Your Responsibilities
As a member of our dedicated team, you'll:
- Collaborate with a dynamic interdisciplinary team to craft personalized, goal-oriented care plans for each patient, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Identify and document patient needs, facilitating timely communication with the supervising physical therapist to enhance patient outcomes.
- Execute standard measurement techniques, such as ROM, strength, and balance tests, to track and enhance patient progress.
- Apply various therapeutic modalities as appropriate.
- Uphold Standard Precautions during patient care, prioritizing safety and well-being.
- Contribute to the team by assisting in body mechanics training, developing documentation forms, and participating in educational in-services and quality improvement initiatives.
Why Join Us
We offer more than just a job; we provide a fulfilling career with exceptional benefits:
- 28 days combined time off in your first year for a healthy work-life balance.
- Opportunity to start your day from home for added convenience.
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance to support your professional growth.
- Supportive environment with guidance from our office staff and management team.
- Eligibility for loan forgiveness programs to ease financial burdens.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including first-dollar employer contribution group health, dental, and life insurance, as well as short-term disability coverage.
- 401(k)Safe Harbor retirement plan with 3% employer contribution.
- Discounts at local vendors to enjoy perks beyond work.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
- Preferred one year of clinical practice in a medically oriented setting
- Valid driver’s license
Ready to Make a Difference? If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and making a positive impact in the lives of others, we want to hear from you. Join our team at Central Vermont Home Health & Hospice and embark on a rewarding journey where your skills and compassion truly matter. Apply now and be a part of something meaningful.
CVHHH is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will deliver high-quality in-home therapy services and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to create personalized care plans. Responsibilities include documenting patient progress, performing standard physical measurements, and applying therapeutic modalities to enhance patient outcomes.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Vermont, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$102k (37 salary observations; 153 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,389 salary observations; 66,810 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Vermont is 98.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$73k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $74k in an average-cost state. 62.3% of Vermont clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $64k–$81k | Physical Therapy median $68k (middle half $63k–$75k)472 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Vermont vs national | $102k median in Vermont | $94k nationally (+9%)37 state / 12,389 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$74k in purchasing power | Vermont index 98.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Vermont | 50 active | 22,059 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | loan repayment | US physical therapist listings (all specialties): 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 12% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 8,033 in the last 30 days | 4,481 the 30 days before (+79%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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