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Newnan, Georgia

Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist AssistantPart-Time

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Wesley Woods of Newnan Direct Bill - Newnan, GA 30265Position Type: Part TimeJoin Our Team at Wesley Woods of Newnan in Newnan, GA! Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! Wesley Woods of Newnan, located in Newnan, GA, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant.

Hours- 3-5 Days a Week - This Is a Growth Opening.

About Us

Wesley Woods is a premier senior living community situated in a tranquil and scenic location in Newnan, GA. The facility enjoys close proximity to picturesque parks like Carl Miller Park and Chattahoochee Bend State Park, providing opportunities for outdoor activities and relaxation.

Additionally, Newnan's charming downtown area with its unique shops, restaurants, and cultural events adds to the appeal.

Joining the therapy team at Wesley Woods Newnan offers a fulfilling career where you can make a positive impact on the lives of residents while enjoying the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere of the area.

Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!

Qualifications

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations. Active state license required.

Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines. Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.

Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.

Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law. #URG1

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement patient care plans as established by the Registered Physical Therapist and the physician. They are responsible for providing professional and competent care while maintaining quality standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. An active state license and the ability to complete all required screenings and certifications are also mandatory.

Key Skills

Clinical DocumentationOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationTherapy Implementation

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Georgia, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (521 salary observations; 2,621 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (13,008 salary observations; 66,534 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 Georgia is 96.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Georgia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Georgia?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapist assistantranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedPhysical Therapy median $63k (middle half $62k–$70k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Georgia vs national$89k median in Georgia$94k nationally (−5%)521 state / 13,008 national salary observations
Cost of livingGeorgia index 96.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Georgia887 active22,004 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedGeorgia physical therapist listings (all specialties): 36% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 31% offer loan repayment921 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,905 in the last 30 days4,365 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant at Functional Pathways 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.

Top PTA Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

11 jobs
6
<$75k
2
$75k-80k
1
$83k
2
$85k-90k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
18%
Loan repayment
9%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Center Well · Peachtree City, Georgia

$64k-$88k
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - full-time

BJC HealthCare · Florissant, Missouri

$24.71-$41.03/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant | Adult Rehabilitation

$26.74-$40.11/hr
#4

PTA Physical Therapist Assistant Home Health

$52k-$79k
+ 10 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

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

Living in Newnan

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$318k
Typical market rent
$1,770/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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