Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$32.25-$43/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Join Southcentral Foundation as a Physical Therapist Assistant – $32-43/hr in Wasilla, AK, USA.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $32.25 - $43.00/hr.
- Health screenings
- Immunizations
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Southcentral Foundation as a Physical Therapist Assistant – $32-43/hr.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant treats and assesses patients in collaboration with physical therapists, physicians, and other healthcare providers. They are responsible for delivering physical therapy services while maintaining a focus on the wellness of the Native community.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a degree in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program and possess a valid license in the State of Alaska. Additionally, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required for the role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Alaska is 102.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $76k in an average-cost state. 58.9% of Alaska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Location & Logistics
Alaska has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$78k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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