Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Skilled Nursing

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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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

Geriatric RehabilitationPatient EducationMobility ImprovementStrength Training

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.

Top PTA Jobs

10 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution7 jobs

4
<$80k
2
$80k-90k
1
$96k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs · 7 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
60%
CME allowance
60% this job
Relocation assistance
20%
Loan repayment
10%

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

$30-$36/hr
+ 8 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 Columbus

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$263k
Typical market rent
$1,450/mo
Residents’ average commute
22 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
95.5
State income tax
Up to 4%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Columbus, OH metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Concept Rehab & Engage Consulting

Hospitals and Health Care
Toledo, Ohio
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

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