Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN - Columbus, OH - Skilled Nursing

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Job Description

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Multiple Columbus-Area SNF Locations

Flexible Schedule | Therapist-Owned & Operated

We are currently seeking PRN Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) to support multiple skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities throughout the Columbus, Ohio market.

Opportunities Are Available In

  • Columbus, OH
  • Worthington, OH
  • Delaware, OH
  • Westerville, OH

Candidates are not expected to work at all locations. Facility assignment is based on applicant preference, scheduling availability, and geographic convenience.

This position supports a network of skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities throughout the greater Columbus area. During the interview process, our recruiting team will discuss preferred work locations and travel expectations with each candidate.

We strive to place clinicians in facilities that best align with their desired commute and scheduling preferences.

Help residents regain strength, mobility, balance, and independence through individualized therapy programs that improve safety and quality of life.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Choose preferred work locations within the Columbus market
  • Flexible PRN scheduling
  • Opportunities across multiple skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities
  • Work close to home whenever possible
  • Supportive interdisciplinary therapy teams
  • Potential for expanded hours based on availability and census needs
  • Therapist-owned and operated organization that understands the clinical environment

Requirements

Requirements

What You'll Do

Provide skilled physical therapy treatments based on the plan of care developed by the supervising Physical Therapist

Assist patients in improving mobility, strength, function, positioning, and overall quality of life

Communicate patient progress, concerns, and recommendations with the supervising Physical Therapist, nursing staff, physicians, families, and interdisciplinary team members

Participate in care planning, interdisciplinary team meetings, and discharge planning under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Complete timely, accurate treatment documentation, progress notes, daily billing, and discharge-related documentation

  • Educate patients, families, and facility staff on restorative and functional maintenance programs
  • Participate in facility in-service training and educational programs
  • Recommend appropriate equipment and interventions to support patient outcomes
  • Maintain compliance with state licensure requirements, company policies, and professional standards
  • Support a culture of clinical excellence, professionalism, and compassionate patient-centered care

Qualifications

  • Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the State of Ohio
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and clinical problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
  • Ability to maintain accurate documentation and meet productivity expectations

About Us

Concept Rehab is a privately owned and therapist-operated rehabilitation company. We understand what clinicians need to succeed. Our therapists are supported by experienced clinical leaders who value autonomy, collaboration, and quality patient care. We are committed to building a culture rooted in Commitment, Respect, and Integrity while helping our patients achieve their highest level of function and independence.

If you're looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working alongside a supportive team of rehabilitation professionals, we'd love to connect with you.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Columbus, Ohio and surrounding area

Key Responsibilities

Provide skilled physical therapy treatments and assist patients in improving mobility, strength, and overall quality of life. Collaborate with supervising therapists and interdisciplinary teams to document progress and implement individualized care plans.

Key Skills

Physical Therapy TreatmentPatient Mobility ImprovementClinical DocumentationPatient EducationInterdisciplinary CollaborationCompassionate Care

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Ohio?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.9 / 10 · top 5% in physical therapist assistantranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost of livingOhio index 92.8US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Ohio766 active21,980 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedOhio physical therapist listings (all specialties): 12% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 21% offer loan repayment791 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,906 in the last 30 days4,367 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 Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - PRN - Columbus, OH - Skilled Nursing at Concept Rehab & Engage Consulting a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

10 jobs
2
<$70k
5
$70k-80k
3
$80k-90k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs
401k / retirement match
100%
CME allowance
73%
Sign-on bonus
27%
Relocation assistance
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$24.71-$41.03/hr
#2

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Centra Care · Saint Cloud, Minnesota

$26.74-$40.11/hr
#3

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$26-$40/hr
#4

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$25-$37.5/hr
+ 11 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.9
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

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

Concept Rehab & Engage Consulting logo

About Concept Rehab & Engage Consulting

Hospitals and Health Care
Toledo, Ohio
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible PRN scheduling
Choose preferred work locations
Supportive interdisciplinary therapy teams
Therapist-owned and operated organization

Living in Columbus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$259k
Typical market rent
$1,471/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbus, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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