Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$62K–$69K /yr
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Job Description
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Signing bonus
Physical Therapist Assistant -Neuro, Ortho, & Peds focus
- Location: TheraFit Rehab – Matawan, NJ
- Employment Type: Full-Time
- Setting: Outpatient (Neuro-Specialized)
About the Clinic
At TheraFit Rehab, we believe therapy should look like real life. We are a therapist-owned, family-oriented clinic where the patient always comes first. Unlike high-volume clinics, we prioritize quality of care through 1:1 treatment sessions, allowing you the time and space to actually treat, educate, and connect with your patients.
While we are a neuro-specific clinic, we take a holistic approach by also treating orthopedic and pediatric populations. You’ll be part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team that values creativity, out-of-the-box thinking, and functional results.
Why Join the TheraFit Family
True 1:1 Patient Care: No double-booking. No rushing. Focus on the human in front of you.
Mentorship & Growth: Our owners are therapists who work right alongside you. We provide structured in-clinic training and ongoing mentorship.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work and learn with experts across various therapy disciplines to provide comprehensive care.
Freedom to Create: We encourage "Real Life Therapy." If your patient needs to practice gardening, navigating a curb, or playing a sport—we make it happen.
Work-Life Balance: We are a family-first clinic. We work hard, but we respect your time and your life outside of TheraFit.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive Salary based on experience.
- Health Insurance: Employer contribution toward your premiums.
- Simple IRA: Retirement planning with company matching.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays.
- Continuing Education (CEU): Annual budget to help you master your craft.
- Mentorship Program: Direct access to seasoned clinicians for skill development.
- Sign on Bonus
What We’re Looking For
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
- Licensure: Active (or pending) New Jersey Physical Therapy Assistant License.
- The Right Fit: Someone who is passionate about neuro-rehab but enjoys the variety of ortho and peds.
Mindset: A creative problem-solver who values a "family feel" and wants to be part of a supportive, non-corporate environment.
How to Apply
If you’re tired of the "90% productivity" grind and want to fall in love with therapy again, we’d love to meet you. Email your resume and cover letter to Sarah Miltner at smiltner@therafitrehab.com and Trish Villany at tvillany@therafitrehab.com
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, 1:1 physical therapy treatment sessions for neuro, orthopedic, and pediatric patients. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to deliver functional, real-life therapy results.
Requirements
Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program. Requires an active or pending New Jersey Physical Therapy Assistant license.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In New Jersey, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (144 salary observations; 276 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (2,823 salary observations; 9,097 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 New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$66k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $60k in an average-cost state. 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at TheraFit Rehab of New Jersey a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
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