Pays $33-$38/hr — Physical Therapist Assistant market median is ~$68k (514 jobs) · Top 25% in Physical Therapy for work-life (7.2/10, vs 19,850 in this specialty)
Physical Therapist Assistant
About the Role
Competitive pay $69K-$79K. Flexible scheduling. Full benefits. Tuition repayment. Join a large rehab provider. Supportive clinical team. Work your way. Done.
Join Reliant Rehabilitation as a Physical Therapist Assistant – Competitive Pay, Flexible Scheduling in Hutchinson, Kansas, United States. Overview 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.
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.
Requirements
- 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). #LI-EG1
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $69K - $79K
- Student loan repayment assistance.
Work Schedule
- Flexible schedule.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Reliant Rehabilitation in Hutchinson, Kansas, United States.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
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 Therapy — ranked against 19,850 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.
Physical Therapy — Physical Therapist Career Context
In Kansas, Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$85k across 341 listings, vs ~$92k nationally (44,875 listings).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Kansas's cost-of-living index is 87.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$74k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state — Kansas ranks #5 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 61.0% of Kansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 7.2/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist Assistant roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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