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Grand Haven, Michigan

Physical Therapist Assistant ( PTA )

Physical TherapistNo nightsFull-Time

Compensation

Pay not disclosed

Employment & setting
Full-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
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Posted 43m ago · Verified live

Job description

Employment Type

Full time Shift: Description: Highlights: 40 weekly scheduled hours Outpatient clinic Day shift Position Summary: The physical therapist assistant assumes the responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures as determined by the plan of care established by a physical therapist and in accordance with the State of Michigan Public Health Code Act 368 of 1978, in addition to established facility and departmental policies and procedures. The physical therapist assistant works cooperatively with the patient’s team personnel in maintaining standards of professional practice and interdisciplinary teamwork to maintaining the highest degree of quality care. What the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will need: Must be a graduate from a physical therapist assistant training program accredited by American Physical Therapy Association. Required: Associate’s Degree. State of Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant License or eligible to obtain licensure prior to hire date Benefits and Total Rewards: Competitive salary, paid time off, 403B retirement savings, and health, vision, dental benefits starting on Day 1- no waiting period Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country Trinity Health offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Key Responsibilities

The physical therapist assistant provides physical therapy modalities and treatment procedures according to the established plan of care. They work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to maintain high standards of quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate's degree and be a graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program. A valid State of Michigan Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility to obtain one prior to the hire date is required.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Professional practice standardsClinical documentation

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (175 salary observations; 680 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 Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan 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).

Top Pta Jobs

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Work-Life Balance Distribution6 jobs · 5 employers

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#1

Physical Therapist Assistant

NovaCare Rehabilitation · Westland, Michigan

$25-$40/hr
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant

Gotham Enterprises · Princeton, New Jersey

$70k-$80k
#3

Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant

$30-$38/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant - Eaton Rapids, MI

$20-$33.75/hr
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About Trinity Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Albany, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salary
Paid time off
403B retirement savings
Health, vision, dental benefits starting Day 1
Colleague Referral Program
DailyPay
Tuition Reimbursement