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Physical Therapist Assistant - Full Time

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Job Description

  • Physical Therapist Assistant - Full TimeINDUSTRY LEADING RATES! Scott Township, PA
  • Transform Lives with Your Expertise and Compassion

About AdvantageCare Rehabilitation

AdvantageCare Rehabilitation, known for "Better Service, Better Quality, Better Results," is a leader in providing top-tier health services. Our commitment to excellence and a positive, inclusive workplace has earned us an employee satisfaction score of 4.2 out of 5.

For over two decades, we've been setting the gold standard in contract therapy, home health, and hospice services. Our dedication to our team's professional growth and work-life balance makes us an Employer of Choice.

Responsibilities

  • Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA):
  • Assist in the implementation of individualized treatment plans for patients under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Collect and record patient history and progress notes.
  • Execute treatment plans developed by a physical therapist.
  • Assist patients with exercises, stretches, and other therapeutic activities.
  • Observe and document patient responses to treatment.
  • Report changes and progress to the supervising physical therapist.
  • Adjust treatment interventions based on patient performance and feedback from the physical therapist
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and facility requirements.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and progress.

AdvantageCare Rehabilitation: Your Path to Making a Difference: Join over 600 clinicians dedicated to a patient-first culture and superior clinical outcomes.

Why Join AdvantageCare Rehabilitation?

  • Inclusive Culture & Teamwork: Be part of a culture where teamwork thrives and every voice is cherished.
  • Quality Care & Dedication: Work in an environment renowned for its commitment to quality and patient outcomes.
  • Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible work arrangements that support your personal and professional lives.
  • Recognition & Motivation: Participate in events celebrating your achievements and contributions.
  • Reputation & Excellence: Contribute to a legacy of exceptional healthcare services.

Career Growth & Learning: Benefit from our commitment to your professional development, with opportunities for training and mentorship.

Qualifications

  • Qualifications:
  • Graduate of a physical therapy curriculum accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy (CAPT).
  • Hold a valid State Physical Therapy License.
  • CEO’s Vision: "At Advantage, we're committed to senior-centered healthcare solutions. We take pride in our patient-first approach and are devoted to 'Better Service, Better Quality, Better Results.'"
  • AdvantageCare Rehabilitation: Where Compassion and Expertise Meet.

Advantage is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Treatment plan implementationDocumentationPatient assessmentTherapeutic exercisesInterdisciplinary collaborationRegulatory compliance

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Pennsylvania, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (437 salary observations; 2,204 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,883 salary observations; 56,734 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 Pennsylvania is 97.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.7% of Pennsylvania clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top PTA Jobs

9 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution6 jobs · 5 employers

2
$67k
3
$70k-75k
1
$100k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution9 jobs · 5 employers

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3-4
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5-6
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant

Pivot Physical Therapy · Dallas, Pennsylvania

$52k-$100k
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millsboro Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy · Millsboro, Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millville Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$27-$34/hr
+ 7 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% 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 Pittsburgh

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$234k
Typical market rent
$1,545/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Pittsburgh, PA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Advantage

Hospitals and Health Care
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible work arrangements
Career growth and mentorship
Recognition events