Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$35–$37 per hour

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Posted 5mo ago

Job Description

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
  • Location: Baltimore, MD
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Salary: $35–$37 per hour

About Innovative Healthcare Centers

Innovative Healthcare Centers is a forward-thinking outpatient rehabilitation provider focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Our clinics emphasize efficiency, collaboration, and modern tools that support both clinical excellence and a strong patient experience.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our Baltimore team. In this role, you will work closely with licensed Physical Therapists to implement individualized treatment plans, helping patients recover, improve mobility, and return to their daily activities safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Assist in implementing treatment plans tailored to patient needs and goals
  • Monitor patient progress and report changes to the supervising Physical Therapist
  • Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and functional training activities
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the EMR system
  • Educate patients on exercises, recovery expectations, and injury prevention
  • Ensure a positive, professional, and engaging patient experience

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Active Maryland PTA license (or ability to obtain prior to start)
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced outpatient setting
  • Commitment to high-quality patient care and outcomes
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate ($35–$37/hour)
  • Supportive and collaborative clinical environment
  • Modern EMR system with user-friendly documentation
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Consistent patient volume and structured scheduling

Why Join Us?

At Innovative Healthcare Centers, we prioritize both patient outcomes and clinician success. You’ll be part of a team that values efficiency, innovation, and delivering exceptional care without unnecessary barriers.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Treatment planningEMR documentationPatient educationClinical documentation

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Maryland, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$92k (298 salary observations; 878 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,861 salary observations; 55,605 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 Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$72k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $68k in an average-cost state. 62.9% of Maryland 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 INNOVATIVE PHYSICAL THERAPY AND FITNESS CENTERS a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.

Top PTA Jobs

11 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution9 jobs · 8 employers

1
$69k
4
$73k
2
$79k
2
$80k-85k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs · 8 employers

401k / retirement match
90% this job
CME allowance
80%
Sign-on bonus
50% this job
Relocation assistance
10%
Visa sponsorship
10%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Orthopedic Physical Therapist Assistant, Day Shift, Outpatient Rehabilitation

Adventist HealthCare · Rockville, Maryland

$24.41-$39.03/hr
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers · Germantown, Maryland

$58k-$80k
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant

$30-$38/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$31-$38/hr
+ 9 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.9
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

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

Living in Baltimore

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$203k
Typical market rent
$1,802/mo
Residents’ average commute
29 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
104.5
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 · Baltimore-Columbia-Towson, MD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Innovative Physical Therapy and Fitness Centers

Medical Practices
Kendall Park, New Jersey

Benefits & Perks

401k
401k Matching
Bonus Based on Performance
Competitive Salary
Dental Insurance
Flexible Schedule
Free Uniforms
Health Insurance