Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Skilled Nursing
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Job Description
Full-Time & PRN | Columbus, OH | Skilled Nursing & Short-Term Rehabilitation
Be Part of Every Step Forward
Concept Rehab is looking for a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our rehabilitation team in Columbus. In this role, you'll work directly with patients recovering from surgery, illness, injury, and hospitalization, helping them rebuild strength, improve mobility, and achieve their highest level of function.
This position is ideal for clinicians who enjoy hands-on patient care, collaborative teamwork, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults.
Competitive Compensation & Benefits
Concept Rehab offers a competitive compensation package based on experience, licensure, qualifications, and clinical expertise. We are committed to supporting our team members through comprehensive benefits, continuing education opportunities, and career development programs designed to help you grow professionally.
Why Choose Concept Rehab?
For more than 45 years, Concept Rehab has partnered with skilled nursing and post-acute providers to deliver high-quality rehabilitation services. As a therapist-owned organization, we understand the value of empowering clinicians and fostering a culture where both patients and employees succeed.
Our Mission
Champion Excellence. Enrich Lives. Inspire Innovation.
Our Values: Commitment
- Respect
- Integrity
Requirements
- What You'll Do
- Deliver skilled physical therapy treatments according to established plans of care
- Assist patients in improving mobility, balance, strength, endurance, and functional performance
- Support gait training, transfer training, fall prevention, and therapeutic exercise programs
- Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate progress with supervising therapists
- Encourage patient participation and motivation throughout the rehabilitation process
- Collaborate with nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, physicians, and family members
- Educate patients and caregivers on safety techniques and home exercise recommendations
- Participate in interdisciplinary care planning and discharge preparation
- Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant clinical documentation
- Contribute to a positive patient experience and rehabilitation culture
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current Ohio PTA license in good standing
- Skilled nursing, geriatric, or post-acute rehabilitation experience preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Excellent organization and documentation skills
- Commitment to providing compassionate, patient-centered care
- New graduates are encouraged to apply
- Full-Time Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Flexible Scheduling Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Disability Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Continuing Education & CEU Support
- Emerging Leaders Development Program
- Employee Discount Programs
- Therapist-Owned Organization
- Supportive Clinical Leadership
- Why Our PTAs Love Working Here
- Opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients
- Collaborative therapy team environment
- Strong mentorship and clinical support
- Focus on quality care and functional outcomes
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing organization
Flexible Scheduling That Supports Work-life Balance
Join Concept Rehab and help patients regain the mobility, confidence, and independence needed to return to the activities that matter most.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver skilled physical therapy treatments and assist patients in improving mobility, strength, and functional performance. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to monitor patient progress and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Ohio, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (384 salary observations; 1,923 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 Ohio is 92.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.3% of Ohio clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Skilled Nursing at Concept Rehab & Engage Consulting 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.
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