Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA
Listed compensation
$58k-$62k
The week · per this posting · Monday – Thursday
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Job Description
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
- Full-Time | $58,200-$62,400 Annually | Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM-6:00 PM & Friday, 8:00 AM-1:00 PM
- Location: Warren, MI 48092
About the Practice
Spinal Recovery and Joint Center provides outpatient orthopedic physical therapy and non-surgical treatment for spinal and joint conditions. Our multidisciplinary team combines modern treatment approaches with individualized care to help patients improve mobility, manage discomfort, and return to their daily activities.
What We Offer
- Predictable weekday schedule with no weekends
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
- Opportunities to contribute directly to patient progress
- Comprehensive benefits and employee wellness resources
Position Overview
We are seeking a motivated Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to help deliver rehabilitation services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. This role involves assisting patients with prescribed treatment plans, performing therapeutic interventions, tracking progress, and maintaining accurate clinical records.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead patients through assigned exercises and functional rehabilitation activities.
- Administer appropriate therapeutic treatments, including manual techniques, massage, and physical therapy modalities.
- Observe patient responses, document progress, and report concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Assess and record range of motion, vital signs, and other relevant treatment measurements.
- Help patients with transfers, positioning, and proper use of rehabilitation equipment.
- Assist with fitting and educating patients on braces, crutches, and other supportive devices.
- Complete timely and accurate treatment documentation.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Follow established treatment protocols and applicable clinical standards.
- Assist with additional duties as needed.
Qualifications
- Required:
- Associate degree or completion of an accredited physical therapy program with relevant coursework and clinical training.
- At least one year of experience as a physical therapy aide.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Sound judgment, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office or comparable software.
- Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to challenging or emergency situations.
Preferred
- Background in outpatient rehabilitation, orthopedics, or spine care.
- Experience using therapeutic exercise equipment and physical therapy modalities.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Paid time off and sick time
- Company-paid holidays
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employee discounts and health management resources
- Emergency travel assistance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Bonusly recognition and rewards
- DailyPay access
Make a Difference in Patient Recovery
Join a collaborative team dedicated to helping patients restore movement, improve function, and return to the activities they enjoy. If you're passionate about rehabilitation and patient-centered care, we encourage you to apply!
Apply today to join Spinal Recovery and Joint Center.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.
Key Responsibilities
The Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant will lead patients through prescribed rehabilitation exercises and administer therapeutic treatments under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. They are also responsible for documenting patient progress, monitoring vital signs, and educating patients on the use of supportive devices.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$89k (261 salary observations; 1,424 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,685 salary observations; 55,886 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 Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$60k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $63k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA at PainPoint Health 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. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
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