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Functional Pathways
Freehold Township, New Jersey

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$35-$40/hr

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: The Manor - Freehold, NJ 07728Position Type: PRNSalary Range: $35.00 - $40.00 HourlyJoin Our Team at The Manor in Freehold, NJ! Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! The Manor in Freehold, NJ, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant.

About Us

The Manor in Freehold, NJ is a premier senior living community dedicated to providing exceptional care in a warm and welcoming environment. Our compassionate team is committed to enriching the lives of residents through personalized support and meaningful connections.

Located in the heart of Monmouth County, Freehold offers a blend of historic charm and modern convenience, with nearby dining, shopping, parks, and cultural attractions. Working at The Manor provides the opportunity to make a positive impact while enjoying a supportive workplace in a vibrant and growing community.

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.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant implements the plan of care established by the RPT and physician. They ensure high-quality care while maintaining professional standards and clinical documentation.

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 meet all required screenings and certifications are mandatory.

Key Skills

Patient CareOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationRehabilitation

Physical Therapist Career Context

In New Jersey, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (589 salary observations; 1,495 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,787 salary observations; 56,350 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 New Jersey is 108.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.8% of New Jersey clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

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Salary Distribution6 jobs

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Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution10 jobs · 7 employers

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$40-$45/hr
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Healthpro Heritage · Hawthorne, New Jersey

$40-$43/hr
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$40 an hour
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$40 an hour
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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% 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 Freehold

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$569k
Typical market rent
$2,885/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 10.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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