Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient
Listed compensation
$28-$34/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Ortho
- Grow Your PTA Career with us!
- Owensboro, KY
Full Time, Part Time, & PRN Options Available
At Benchmark Physical Therapy, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.
We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.
Why Clinicians Choose Benchmark
- Competitive PTA compensation: $28.00 - $34.00+ per hour (negotiable, based on experience)
- Sign-on bonus for full-time hires (up to $5,000)
- Achievable monthly clinical incentive bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
- Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available)
- 401k with company match
- Generous PTO (15 days) and 6.5 company-paid holidays
- Structured onboarding, training, and gradual 12-week ramp up period for new-grad PTAs
- 12-month one-on-one clinical mentorship program; grow and advance your skills with a seasoned Upstream clinician!
- Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through IAMT + $1500 annual allowance for external courses!
- Free Medbridge account / ongoing access
- Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
New for 2026! Upstream clinicians are supported by Generative AI Documentation Scribe – purpose-built AI technology that automatically generates compliant clinical documentation in real time, so you can stay fully present with your patients and deliver the meaningful, undivided care they deserve
- A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
- What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
- Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
- Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
- Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (or upcoming graduate)
- Active / pending Kentucky PTA license (or eligibility)
- Schedule Options
- Full Time (30-40 hours)
- Part Time (20-29 hours)
- PRN (1-19 hours, as needed)
- A Better Place to Build Your PTA Career
Benchmark Physical Therapy is proud to be part of the Upstream Rehabilitation family of brands. When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic. Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you.
With more than 1,200 clinics across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in clinical outcomes. We leverage data, technology, and innovative tools to reduce administrative burden and support your success. You’ll join an incredible community of clinicians who shape our culture, support one another, and have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapist Assistants grow at Upstream!
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Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic.
Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.
- Clinic Location: 3800 Frederica St Ste 1A, Owensboro, Kentucky
- More Information: benchmarkpt.com
Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
Provide hands-on, evidence-based outpatient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, helping patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans. Track patient progress, collaborate with the clinical team, build positive relationships with patients and providers, and participate in ongoing professional development.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Kentucky, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$84k (197 salary observations; 823 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,410 salary observations; 61,614 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 Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$64k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $71k in an average-cost state. 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $58k–$71k | Physical Therapy median $63k (middle half $61k–$64k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Kentucky vs national | $84k median in Kentucky | $94k nationally (−10%)197 state / 12,410 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$71k in purchasing power | Kentucky index 90.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Kentucky | 343 active | 21,584 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $5k sign-on | Kentucky Physical Therapist listings: 30% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 21% offer loan repayment356 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,740 in the last 30 days | 4,063 the 30 days before (+90%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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