Pays $38-$42/hr — Physical Therapist Assistant market median is ~$68k (499 jobs)
About the Role
Flexible scheduling. Contract therapy across 900+ communities. Tuition loan repayment assistance. Huntsville, AL.
Join Reliant Rehabilitation as a Physical Therapist Assistant – Loan Repayment, Flexible Schedule in Huntsville, Alabama, United States. Why Join Reliant Rehabilitation? Joining Reliant means becoming part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of patients and residents across a variety of care communities.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $38 - $42/hour.
- Student loan repayment assistance.
- Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
- Maternity and Paternity support program
- Continuing education and mentorship programs
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Reliant Rehabilitation in Huntsville, Alabama, United States.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant delivers physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed therapist to improve patient functional abilities. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, managing patient cases, and ensuring compliance with state and federal healthcare regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must be graduates of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program and hold a valid state license. Proficiency in English for communication and documentation is required.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $94k in an average-cost state. 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 4.8/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist Assistant roles.
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