Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$26 - $32/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Work somewhere your patients enjoy therapy — and you enjoy your career.
About Us
Team Rehab is a therapist-owned network of outpatient clinics across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, and Georgia. Since 2001, we’ve been delivering exceptional outcomes, outstanding patient satisfaction, and a work culture that supports and values every team member.
Our Mission
- Provide the best outpatient physical, and occupational therapy.
- Make therapy enjoyable for patients.
- Deliver measurable improvements in health and quality of life.
- We believe great therapy starts with great people — and we provide the training, resources, and support for every team member to excel.
- Why You’ll Love Working Here
Professional Growth & Mentorship
- Ongoing support and collaboration with experienced therapists.
- $1,500 per year for continuing education or student loan repayment — your choice.
- 40 hours of paid CEU time each year, in addition to PTO.
- Access to 50+ free in-house CEU courses taught by expert clinicians.
Competitive Pay & Standout Benefits
- Low cost medical plan options, plus dental & vision coverage.
- 401(k) match, profit sharing, and generous PTO.
- Competitive salary with monthly bonus opportunities.
Tools That Make a Difference
- Sidekick AI documentation assistant to help reduce charting time.
- A strong Equity & Engagement commitment — every team member’s voice matters.
- $26 - $32 / hour
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
- Provide high-quality patient care under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Treat patients, address questions, and educate them on injuries, progress, and long-term wellness strategies.
- Supervise Techs during modalities (for all federal payers and non-BCBSM patients) and assist with setup and cleanup.
- Complete accurate, timely documentation for daily notes and discharges.
- Maintain productivity expectations (60 treatments in a 40 hour week in an outpatient ortho setting).
- Assist in developing and refining treatment protocols.
- Participate in clinic research studies.
- Continue to grow professionally through CEUs and approved coursework.
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
- Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license (or eligibility to obtain).
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
- Passion for patient care and measurable outcomes.
- Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$60k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $63k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 8.3 / 10 · top 5% in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $54k–$67k | Physical Therapy median $64k (middle half $62k–$68k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$63k in purchasing power | Michigan index 96.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Michigan | 655 active | 22,079 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | $2k loan repayment | Michigan physical therapist listings (all specialties): 25% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 20% offer loan repayment676 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 8,033 in the last 30 days | 4,481 the 30 days before (+79%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.6% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Team Rehabilitation Services a 8.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
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