Physical Therapist Assistant, Licensed
Listed compensation
$23 - $40/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Pay: $23.00 to $40.00 / hour
PRN Rate: $38 / hour
Competitive pay based upon years of experience and applicable certifications
Join a Team That Puts Your Passion for Care First
Are you on the lookout for a fulfilling career that not only feels like home but also allows you to make a meaningful impact close to your heart? Join us as a Physical Therapist Assistant and contribute to the remarkable progress and inspiring outcomes of our patients.
Embrace the opportunity to deliver high- quality, compassionate, and personalized care, celebrating the small successes that lead to significant achievements in rehabilitation. Our well-equipped physical therapy gyms, driven team members, and supportive environment create an atmosphere where you can thrive.
A Glimpse Into Our World
At Encompass Health, you'll experience the difference the moment you become a part of our team. Being associated with us means aligning with a rapidly growing national inpatient rehabilitation leader. We take pride in the growth opportunities we offer and how our team unites for the greater good of our patients.
Our achievements include being named one of the "World’s Most Admired Companies" and receiving the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® Award, among other accolades, which is nothing short of amazing.
Starting Perks and Benefits
- A vibrant community of individuals passionate about the work they do!
- Be the Physical Therapist Assistant you always wanted to be
- Channel your expertise, ambition, and experience into making a difference every day.
- Provide top-notch physical therapy treatment in compliance with regulations and professional guidelines.
- Execute delegated physical therapy assistant tasks under supervision, supporting patients' progress.
- Maintain transparent communication across hospital departments to meet patient and staff needs effective.
- State licensure or certification required.
- CPR certification preferred (as per hospital policy).
- Completion of an accredited physical therapy program preferred.
- Demonstrated competence in physical therapy treatment.
- Strong communication skills for patient, family, and caregiver interactions\
The Encompass Health Way
We proudly set the standard in care by leading with empathy, doing what's right, focusing on the positive, and standing stronger together. Encompass Health is a trusted leader in post-acute care with over 150 nationwide locations and a team of 36,000 exceptional individuals and growing!
At Encompass Health, we celebrate and welcome diversity in our inclusive culture. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, color, creed, age, mental or physical disability, or any other protected classification.
We're eager to meet you, and we truly mean that. Join our family and let's make a difference together!
Key Responsibilities
Provide high-quality, personalized physical therapy treatment in compliance with professional guidelines and regulations. Execute delegated tasks under supervision to support patient progress and maintain clear communication across hospital departments.
Requirements
Requires state licensure or certification as a physical therapy assistant. Completion of an accredited physical therapy program is preferred, along with CPR certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for New Hampshire is 104.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$66k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $63k in an average-cost state. 60.5% of New Hampshire clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $48k–$83k | Physical Therapy median $68k (middle half $62k–$75k)510 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$63k in purchasing power | New Hampshire index 104.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in New Hampshire | 164 active | 22,032 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
New Hampshire has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$66k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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