Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time Outpatient Orthopedics
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$25-$28/hr
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Job Description
- Munger Physical Therapy | Clinton Township, MI
- Pay: $25.00–$28.00 per hour
- Benefits Included
- Join a Clinic Where Patient Care Comes First
Munger Physical Therapy is seeking a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our outpatient orthopedic team in Fort Gratiot.
If you're looking for a clinic that values quality care over volume, teamwork over productivity quotas, and meaningful patient relationships over rushed visits, we'd love to meet you.
As a family-owned private practice, we take pride in providing individualized, hands-on care that helps patients achieve lasting results. Our PTAs play a vital role in helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love.
Why Join Munger Physical Therapy?
- Family-owned private practice serving the community since 2008
- Hands-on, patient-centered approach to care
- Collaborative team environment with strong PT/PTA relationships
- Supportive culture focused on professional growth
- Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients
- Positive work environment where your contributions are valued
What You'll Do
- Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Provide therapeutic exercise instruction and hands-on treatment techniques
- Monitor patient progress and communicate findings to the Physical Therapist
- Educate patients and caregivers on recovery, injury prevention, and home exercise programs
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Help create an encouraging and positive rehabilitation experience for every patient
Qualifications
- Required
- Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current Michigan PTA license
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment
- Preferred
- Outpatient orthopedic experience
- Experience working with post-surgical and sports-related injuries
- Passion for providing individualized patient care
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling Options
About Munger Physical Therapy
Since 2008, Munger Physical Therapy has been helping people move better, feel better, and live better. We believe outstanding outcomes come from individualized treatment, strong patient relationships, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.
We are committed to creating a workplace where clinicians can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of their patients.
You'll Be a Great Fit If You
- Enjoy helping patients achieve life-changing goals
- Value quality care and strong patient relationships
- Thrive in a collaborative team environment
- Bring positivity, professionalism, and compassion to your work
- Want to be part of a clinic that truly values its employees
Join our team and help us continue changing lives through exceptional physical therapy care. Apply today!
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Work Location: In Person – Clinton Township, Michigan
Key Responsibilities
Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist and provide hands-on therapeutic exercise instruction. Monitor patient progress, maintain accurate clinical documentation, and educate patients on recovery and injury prevention.
Key Skills
Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context
In Michigan, the Physical Therapist weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (132 salary observations; 863 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (7,503 salary observations; 31,462 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Physical Therapist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $57k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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