Physical Therapist Assistant
Compensation
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Job Description
Make a Difference. Build Relationships. Help Seniors Thrive at Home.
Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant looking for a career that offers more than just treatment sessions and productivity goals? At PACE North, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults while working alongside a supportive interdisciplinary team that truly values your expertise.
If you're driven by compassionate care and want to help seniors maintain their independence and quality of life, we'd love to meet you.
About PACE North
PACE stands for Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly. We provide comprehensive healthcare and support services to individuals age 55 and older who qualify for nursing home-level care but wish to remain living safely in their own homes.
Since launching in Northern Michigan in 2019, PACE North has been helping older adults age with dignity through an innovative, participant-centered model of care. Our program continues to grow as more families discover this life-changing service.
Why Join PACE North?
- We believe our team members are our greatest asset. That's why we offer:
- Monday-Friday daytime schedule
- Competitive pay and regular wage reviews
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Health insurance available immediately upon hire
- 401(k) with employer match
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community
What You'll Do
As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide high-quality therapy services that help participants:
- Improve mobility and functional independence
- Reduce pain and discomfort
- Prevent or minimize physical limitations
Promote Overall Wellness and Quality of Life
Services are provided both at our PACE Center and in participants' homes, allowing you to build meaningful relationships while seeing the direct impact of your care.
One of the most rewarding aspects of working at PACE North is our integrated care model. Because PACE North serves as both the healthcare provider and insurer for participants, care decisions are made by our local interdisciplinary team—not by outside insurance companies. This allows us to focus on what matters most: delivering the best possible outcomes for our participants.
Qualifications
We're looking for a compassionate, team-oriented professional who is committed to serving older adults.
Requirements
- Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license
- Current CPR certification
- Valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation and current auto insurance
Preferred Qualifications
- One year of experience working with frail or elderly populations
- The Ideal Candidate
You are:
- Passionate about helping others
- A positive and dependable team player
- Professional, friendly, and compassionate
- Committed to delivering exceptional participant-centered care
- Join a team that's changing the way seniors age in Northern Michigan.
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality physical therapy services to older adults under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Deliver care at the PACE Center and in participant homes to improve mobility, reduce pain, and promote functional independence.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (229 salary observations; 1,734 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,670 salary observations; 64,203 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 Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 6.0 / 10 · above average in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $64k (middle half $62k–$68k)26 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Michigan vs national | $89k median in Michigan | $94k nationally (−5%)229 state / 11,670 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Michigan index 96.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Michigan | 655 active | 21,989 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Michigan physical therapist listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 19% offer loan repayment677 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,887 in the last 30 days | 4,353 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Pace North a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
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