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Reliant Rehabilitation
Fairfax, Virginia

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-time

Listed compensation

$34-$40/hr

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Job Description

This position may be offered as a Full-Time or PRN opening, depending on several factors. Please apply, and a member of our team will reach out to discuss available options.

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. As one of the nation’s largest contract therapy providers, Reliant offers unmatched clinical support, professional development, and growth opportunities.

Our leadership team began their careers as therapists, and we take pride in promoting from within.

You’ll be supported by a dedicated clinical team that provides ongoing training, proven protocols, and hands-on guidance — ensuring therapy is delivered effectively for patients and in full compliance to support our partners.

With operations in 44 states and more than 900 communities nationwide, Reliant can match your location, schedule, and career goals, wherever your path leads.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation packages
  • 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, mentorship programs and clinical leadership development
  • Tuition loan repayment assistance Program
  • Flexible scheduling options

Responsibilities

This Physical Therapy Assistant delivers Physical Therapy and related services to patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT), ensuring high-quality care and positive engagement with both clients and facilities.

Services should align with the principles of physical therapy and adhere to Reliant Rehabilitation’s standards. Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, supervising Rehab Technicians (as applicable), and managing patient cases.

Maintain a professional demeanor that reflects Reliant Rehabilitation’s dedication to excellence in service and client relationships. Comply with all applicable state and federal regulations governing physical therapy practice.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support patients in improving functional abilities and skills under the guidance of a licensed PT.
  • Contribute to the development and sustainability of a robust physical therapy program.
  • Advance clinical, professional, and leadership skills through collaboration, self-directed learning, and continuing education.
  • Maintain a current and valid state license and stay informed on developments in physical therapy and healthcare.
  • Understand and apply appropriate billing practices and treatment delivery models, ensuring care meets clinical and regulatory standards.
  • Follow infection control and environmental safety protocols within the facility.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English for effective communication and documentation
  • Maintaining confidentiality as appropriate and ensuring compliance with the state practice act in the state(s) where you are licensed.

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program
  • Valid Physical Therapy Assistant state license

Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Physical Therapy ImplementationPatient CareTreatment Plan ExecutionClinical DocumentationPatient EngagementRegulatory ComplianceCase Management

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Virginia, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$95k (561 salary observations; 1,687 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,786 salary observations; 56,355 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$77k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $76k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Reliant Rehabilitation a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

Top PTA Jobs

13 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution12 jobs · 11 employers

5
<$75k
3
$79k
0
$80k-85k
3
$85k-90k
1
$96k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks13 jobs · 11 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
69%
CME allowance
69% this job
Relocation assistance
15%
Loan repayment
8% this job

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant (Inpatient) - Acute Rehab Therapies (Full-Time, Days)

Enloe Health · Chico, California

$34.02-$45.93/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Center Well · Peachtree City, Georgia

$64k-$88k
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (FT)

$38-$42/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant - Arlington, VA!

$60k-$85k
+ 11 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Fairfax

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$687k
Typical market rent
$2,472/mo
Residents’ average commute
28 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Reliant Rehabilitation

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Benefits & Perks

Competitive Compensation Packages
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Company-paid Life Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
PTO Share and Buy-Back Programs
Maternity and Paternity Support Program