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Results Physiotherapy
Bowling Green, Kentucky

Float Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$28-$34/hr

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Job Description

  • Float Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Ortho
  • Grow Your Outpatient PTA Career with us!
  • Bowling Green, KY

This is a float position offering the opportunity to treat across multiple (2-3) clinic locations in Bowling Green

Full Time, Part Time, & PRN Options Available

At Results Physiotherapy with Ascension - Saint Thomas, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.

We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN Float Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.

Why Clinicians Choose Results

  • Competitive PTA compensation: $28.00 - $34.00+ per hour (negotiable, based on experience)
  • Sign-on bonus for full-time hires (up to $5,000)
  • Achievable monthly clinical incentive bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
  • Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available)
  • 401k with company match
  • Generous PTO (15 days) and 6.5 company-paid holidays
  • Structured onboarding, training, and gradual 12-week ramp up period for new-grad PTAs
  • 12-month one-on-one clinical mentorship program; grow and advance your skills with a seasoned Upstream clinician!
  • Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through IAMT + $1500 annual allowance for external courses!
  • Free Medbridge account / ongoing access
  • Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement

New for 2026! Upstream clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe – purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve

  • A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
  • What You’ll Do as a Float Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Provide float coverage across multiple (2-3) clinic locations in Bowling Green
  • Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
  • Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
  • Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
  • Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (or upcoming graduate)
  • Active / pending Kentucky PTA license (or eligibility)
  • Schedule Options
  • Full Time (30-40 hours)
  • Part Time (1-29 hours)
  • PRN (1-19 hours, as needed)
  • A Better Place to Build Your PTA Career

Results (Ascension - Saint Thomas) is proud to be part of the Upstream Rehabilitation family of brands. When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic. Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you.

With more than 1,200 clinics across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in clinical outcomes. We leverage data, technology, and innovative tools to reduce administrative burden and support your success. You’ll join an incredible community of clinicians who shape our culture, support one another, and have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapist Assistants grow at Upstream!

Follow @Lifeatupstream on Instagram, and check out our LinkedIn company page to learn more about what it’s like to be part of the #upstreamfamily.

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Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic.

Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

Provide float coverage across two to three outpatient clinic locations in Bowling Green and deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function, track their progress, and collaborate with the clinical team and local community.

Key Skills

Physical Therapy AssistanceOutpatient OrthopedicsPatient MobilityStrength TrainingFunctional RehabilitationIndividualized Treatment PlanningPatient Progress TrackingInterdisciplinary CollaborationPatient Relationship Building

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Kentucky, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$85k (236 salary observations; 872 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,227 salary observations; 58,316 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 Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$64k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $71k in an average-cost state. 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Kentucky?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Kentucky vs national$85k median in Kentucky$94k nationally (−9%)236 state / 15,227 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$71k in purchasing powerKentucky index 90.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Kentucky350 active21,817 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About Results Physiotherapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Nashville, TN
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus for full-time
Monthly clinical incentive bonus program
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% employer paid medical premium option)
401k with company match
15 days PTO and 6.5 company-paid holidays
12-week ramp-up for new grads
12-month one-on-one clinical mentorship
Continuing education and CEU opportunities through IAMT + $1,500 annual allowance

Living in Bowling Green

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$263k
Typical market rent
$1,240/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
90.2
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Bowling Green, KY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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