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ATI Physical Therapy
Puyallup, Washington

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$33-$40/hr

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Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 49m ago · Verified live

Job description

Overview
Are you a Physical Therapist Assistant looking to thrive in a supportive, balanced environment? Join ATI, a leader in Outpatient Physical Therapy, where you’ll be part of a team redefining musculoskeletal (MSK) care. With a mission to deliver exceptional patient outcomes and empower clinicians to succeed, we provide the resources and opportunities to help you grow professionally and personally.
Why Choose ATI?
At ATI, you join a team at the forefront of MSK care, with a strong track record of outcomes, reputation, and growth opportunities.
Award-Winning Outcomes: Recognized five years in a row in the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS), with a 90% patient satisfaction rate and a 74% Net Promoter Score.
Outstanding Reputation: Our clinics average a 4.9 / 5 Google Review rating across locations, reflecting our commitment to exceptional care and patient experience.
Certified Expertise: More than a decade of ABPTRFE-accredited Sports and Orthopedic Residencies (with a 96%+ first-time exam pass rate), plus an Upper Extremity Athlete Fellowship with graduates serving across collegiate and professional sports.
Research Leadership: Our partnering nonprofit, the Institute for Musculoskeletal Advancement (iMSKA), contributes to the field with 10–15 published papers and 30+ scientific presentations each year.
Community Impact: Through the ATI Foundation, we support individuals with physical disabilities in the communities we serve.
Clinician Support and Development
At ATI, we prioritize your growth, your well-being, and your ability to focus on patients.
Collaborative Care: Work alongside various specialties with manageable caseloads.
Commitment to Work–Life Balance: Spend less time on documentation with our proprietary EMR and Patient Management Tool, built by therapists for therapists to streamline workflows.
Ongoing Learning: Access structured mentorship, residency programs, and leadership training. Click here to learn more.
Comprehensive CEU Support: Take advantage of an external CEU benefit and 100’s of live and on-demand development sessions to stay at the forefront of evidence-based care.
Benefits HighlightsWe offer a competitive compensation package with an incentive plan, and comprehensive benefits, including:
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, holiday pay, CEU, and “Be Well Days” to recharge, prioritize mental and physical health.
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage: Flexible plan options.
401(k) Match: Competitive employer matching.
Childcare Tuition Assistance: Discounted rates.
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts: Tax-saving options.
Short- & Long-Term Disability: 100% employer paid income protection plans.
Life Insurance: Employer-paid and voluntary options.
Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance: Paid time for new parents and support for adoption costs.
Wellness Programs: Including weight-loss and lifestyle coaching, digital mental-health support, and 24/7 virtual telehealth access.*
Corporate Discounts: Exclusive deals for employees.
And more! Click here for the complete list of benefit offerings
* NEW 2026 benefit!
Responsibilities
You will be empowered to make a difference for your patients: provide direct patient care and physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, while fostering a strong relationship with each patient to help them achieve their functional goals.
Qualifications
Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.
Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role.
ATI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Join ATI and redefine what’s possible in MSK care.
Virtual Employee?
No
Salary Range
$33-$40 per hour
Location/Org Data: Dept Number
7205

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Musculoskeletal CareClinical DocumentationOrthopedic RehabilitationSports RehabilitationEvidence-Based PracticePatient EducationFunctional Goal Setting

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (351 salary observations; 553 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (11,876 salary observations; 27,060 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$76k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $71k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$76k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs

401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
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Visa sponsorship
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Work-life snapshot

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Listing-based score

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About ATI Physical Therapy

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Bolingbrook, IL
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Generous PTO
Holiday pay
CEU days
Be Well Days
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
401(k) Match
Childcare Tuition Assistance
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts