Pays $26.19-$39.29/hrPhysical Therapist Assistant market median is ~$75k (48 jobs) · Top 10% in Physical Therapy for work-life (7.9/10, vs 19,850 in this specialty)

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Top 10% in Physical TherapyFull-Time
Posted 4mo ago · Verified live

About the Role

Home health PTA. $54K-$82K salary. $3K sign-on bonus. Flexible schedule. 401k match. Work with supportive team. Help patients at home.

Join VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Vermont. VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region is looking to hire a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for Franklin County. Are you looking to further your career in home health therapy?

Requirements

  • Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant from an accredited university or college required.
  • Valid Vermont State Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
  • Prior physical therapist assistant experience preferred.
  • Valid Driver's License.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: hour6.19 - $39.29/hour.
  • Signing bonus: $3,000.

Work Schedule

  • Full-Time position.
  • Flexible scheduling available.

Work with VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region in Vermont.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant implements and documents treatment plans for patients of all ages under the supervision of a physical therapist. They also collaborate with the clinical team to coordinate care and monitor patient progress to ensure optimal functional independence.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree

Key Skills

Physical therapyPatient careDocumentationTreatment planningPatient educationCare coordinationTime managementClinical assessmentRehabilitationCommunicationCompliance

Physical Therapy — Physical Therapist Career Context

In Vermont, Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$112k across 32 listings, vs ~$91k nationally (19,259 listings).

Vermont's cost-of-living index is 118.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$68k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $58k in an average-cost state — Vermont ranks #4 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 62.3% of Vermont clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 10% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 19,850 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include flexible scheduling.

Positions in this range offer a solid balance between clinical responsibility and personal time. Most providers report manageable workloads with adequate recovery time.

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 7.9/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist Assistant roles.

Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...

Benefits analysis: Compared to 48 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...

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About VNA & Hospice of the Southwest Region

Hospitals and Health Care
Rutland, VT
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

$3K Sign-On Bonus
Competitive Wage
Health, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Short/Long-Term Disability
401k with Employer Match
Flexible Schedule
Continuing Education Assistance