Physical Therapist Assistant - Okemos
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Job Description
Why PTAs Choose Peak
Meaningful Patient Relationships
- Provide individualized care that allows you to connect with patients and understand their goals.
- Help patients build confidence, improve function, and achieve meaningful milestones.
- Be part of a care model focused on quality outcomes—not just volume.
Clinical Growth & Support
- Work alongside experienced PTs and a collaborative clinical team.
- Receive mentorship and opportunities to continue developing your skills.
- Expand your knowledge in areas including orthopedics, post-surgical rehabilitation, balance training, and strength-based care.
A Team That Invests in You
- Join a supportive environment where your contributions are valued.
- Collaborate with PTs, PTAs, technicians, and administrative team members.
- Be part of a growing organization focused on improving the human connection through health and wellness.
What You'll Do
As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will:
Provide one-on-one outpatient physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
Assist patients with orthopedic rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, balance and fall prevention, strengthening, and functional movement.
- Educate, encourage, and motivate patients throughout their recovery journey.
- Monitor patient progress and communicate effectively with the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation.
- Collaborate with the clinical team to create an exceptional patient experience.
- Participate in community wellness initiatives and outreach opportunities as interested.
- Who Thrives at Peak
This Role Is Ideal for a PTA Who
- Enjoys building relationships and making a difference in patients' lives.
- Takes pride in providing high-quality care.
- Values teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.
- Wants to grow professionally in a supportive environment.
- Brings positive energy and a willingness to learn.
Qualifications
- Current Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant license.
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Passion for patient-centered care and helping others improve their quality of life.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Interest or experience in outpatient orthopedics and movement-based rehabilitation.
- Team-oriented mindset and commitment to professional growth.
Compensation & Benefits
- Peak Performance Physical Therapy offers a competitive compensation package, including:
- Competitive base pay with growth opportunities
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and critical illness insurance
- HSA options
- Continuing education support
- Clinical mentorship and career development opportunities
- Opportunities to grow within a respected local healthcare organization
Ready to Love Where You Work?
If you want to practice in an environment where quality care, strong relationships, and professional growth matter, we’d love to meet you.
Join Peak Performance Physical Therapy and help patients get back to the life they love.
Key Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one outpatient physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. Assist patients with orthopedic rehabilitation, recovery, and functional movement while maintaining accurate documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
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).
Of the 30 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 13% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Cost of living | Michigan index 96.2 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Michigan | 651 active | 21,903 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 40% remote · 13% no call · 43% no weekends30 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Michigan physical therapist listings (all specialties): 26% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 20% offer loan repayment673 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,906 in the last 30 days | 4,367 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 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - Okemos at Peak Performance Physical Therapy, PLC 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.
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