Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$27-$34/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist Assistant | Colorado Springs, CO
- You became a Physical Therapist Assistant to help people move better, feel better, and get back to the lives they love.
- We believe you deserve a workplace that supports you just as much as you support your patients.
At FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers, we know exceptional patient care starts with exceptional clinicians. That's why we're committed to creating an environment where Physical Therapist Assistants feel supported, continue to grow, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance while doing what they love most—helping people move better and live better.
We're excited to add a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to our growing Colorado Springs team.
Why Colorado Springs?
Imagine finishing your day and heading out for a hike in Garden of the Gods, catching a sunset with Pikes Peak in the background, or spending weekends exploring mountain trails, local breweries, and one of the country's most beautiful places to live. Colorado Springs offers the perfect blend of career opportunity, outdoor adventure, and an incredible quality of life.
- What You'll Find at FYZICAL
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
- A collaborative team that genuinely supports one another
- One-on-one patient care that allows you to build meaningful relationships with your patients
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
A Culture That Values Work-life Balance
Advanced technology, including AI-assisted documentation, helping you spend more time with patients and less time charting
Exposure to specialty programs including vestibular, balance, concussion, neurological rehabilitation, and more
Benefits That Support You
We believe taking care of our clinicians is just as important as taking care of our patients.
Our Full-time Team Members Enjoy
- $3,000 sign-on bonus
- Competitive pay plus monthly profit-sharing opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous PTO plus paid holidays
- Continuing Education (CEU) program
- Career advancement opportunities throughout FYZICAL
- We're Looking For Someone Who...
- Is a licensed or license-eligible Physical Therapist Assistant in Colorado
- Is passionate about helping patients reach their goals
- Enjoys collaborating with Physical Therapists and other members of the care team
- Values learning and professional growth
- Wants to build lasting relationships with patients
Believes Healthcare Is About People First
Whether you're an experienced PTA or a newer graduate looking for a team where you can learn, grow, and build your career, we'd love to meet you.
If you're looking for more than just your next job—and want to join a supportive team in one of the most desirable places to live in the country—apply today and let's start a conversation.
#VY2026
$27 - $34 an hour
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide one-on-one patient care and collaborate with the clinical team to help patients achieve their rehabilitation goals. They will utilize advanced technology to manage documentation while delivering specialized treatments including vestibular and neurological rehabilitation.
Requirements
Candidates must be a licensed or license-eligible Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Colorado. The role is open to both experienced professionals and new graduates who are passionate about patient-centered care.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Colorado, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (496 salary observations; 1,221 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,898 salary observations; 60,349 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 Colorado is 103.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$63k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 60.9% of Colorado 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 | $56k–$71k | Physical Therapy median $72k (middle half $70k–$80k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Colorado vs national | $92k median in Colorado | $94k nationally (−2%)496 state / 11,898 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$62k in purchasing power | Colorado index 103.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Colorado | 447 active | 21,586 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $3k sign-on | Colorado Physical Therapist listings: 29% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 20% offer loan repayment480 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,629 in the last 30 days | 4,305 the 30 days before (+77%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers 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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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
- No weekends
About FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
Benefits & Perks
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Living in Colorado Springs
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $399k
- Typical market rent
- $1,717/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 23 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 100.7
- State income tax
- Up to 4.4%
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Colorado Springs, CO metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.