Physical Therapist Assistant
Compensation
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Job Description
About Company
Our Mission at Choice is to enhance the life of every patient we serve in the pursuit of delivering excellent healthcare. We've worked diligently to shape the culture of the company in how we lead and work daily. As leaders, employees, clinicians, and support staff we strive to apply the Pillars of Choice every day.
About the Role
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a critical role in supporting licensed physical therapists in delivering high-quality rehabilitative care to patients recovering from injury, surgery, or managing chronic conditions.
This position involves implementing treatment plans designed by physical therapists, monitoring patient progress, and adjusting therapeutic activities to optimize recovery outcomes.
The PTA works closely with patients to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore function through therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and the use of specialized equipment. Effective communication with patients, families, and the healthcare team is essential to ensure coordinated care and patient education.
Ultimately, the PTA contributes significantly to enhancing patients' quality of life by facilitating their return to daily activities and independence.
Responsibilities
- Assist physical therapists in executing individualized treatment plans for patients with various musculoskeletal and neurological conditions.
- Conduct therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques, and modalities such as ultrasound or electrical stimulation under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Monitor and document patient responses to treatment, reporting progress and any concerns to the supervising physical therapist.
- Educate patients and their families on exercises, proper use of assistive devices, and strategies to prevent injury or re-injury.
- Maintain a safe and clean treatment environment, ensuring all equipment is properly sanitized and in good working order.
Requirements
- Successful completion of accredited physical therapy program and state licensure exam.
- Valid Physical Therapy Assstant license
- Valid state driver’s license
- 1 year of home health experience preferred
- AHA CPR certification
- Valid Driver’s License
- Valid Auto Insurance
- HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred
Physical Demands
- Must be able to stand, walk, sit, climb, crawl, squat, or kneel for extended periods.
- Must be able to lift, carry, pull, or push up to 100 lbs..
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- 401k You’re eligible after 3 months of service/The plan is 100% fully vested immediately/Choice Health At Home contributes 100% of the first 3% you contribute each pay period
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Mileage Reimbursement
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Arizona, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (373 salary observations; 1,255 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,227 salary observations; 58,316 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 Arizona is 100.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Arizona clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $69k (middle half $67k–$79k)14 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Arizona vs national | $91k median in Arizona | $94k nationally (−3%)373 state / 15,227 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Arizona index 100.7 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Arizona | 491 active | 21,895 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
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