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FirstHealth of the Carolinas
Raeford, North Carolina

Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Setting

Physical TherapistNo callFull-Time

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Job Description

Position Summary

FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area's only dedicated heart and vascular center.

Our growing health system has more than 6,200 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, FirstHealth has received numerous awards for its patient care and outcomes, including recognitions from Healthgrades, U.S. News & World Report, and Becker's Health care.

Employee Benefits

At FirstHealth of the Carolinas, we believe in supporting our employee's professional growth and personal well-being. That is why we offer a comprehensive benefit package that is designed to help you thrive.

Enjoy a free gym-membership to one of our 7 FirstHealth Fitness Centers to stay active and prioritize your health, take advantage of our educational assistance programs through FirstU to pusue academic or professional development goals.

You'll also benefit from exclusive employee discounts through PerkSpot, saving you money on quality offerings. Additionally, we're committed to your future with a competitive retirement savings plan, including an employer match to help you build financial security.

These are just a few examples of how our leading-edge employee benefits align with our mission to put your career first. Join FirstHealth of the Carolinas and help us in our mission to become the best place to work in healthcare!

Opportunity for a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant in our Outpatient Rehab Clinic in Raeford, NC.

You'll have the opportunity to provide one-on-one care to a diverse patient population, including orthopedic, neurologic, balance, geriatric and pain dysfunction patients. We are looking for a passionate caregiver who thrives in an environment where high-quality care is delivered in a cohesive team setting.

Apply Today and take the next step in your career with FirstHealth of the Carolinas. Your journey to making a meaningful impact starts here!

Responsibilities

Provide One-on One Therapy: Utilize a variety of techniques, including manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and aquatic therapy, to deliver personalized care.

Document Patient Progress: Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices while maintaining accurate patient records.

Collaborate with Healcare Providers: Work closely with physicians, medical providers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care and optimal patient outcomes.

Engage with a Multidisciplinary Team: Collaborate with a large team of seasoned Physical Therapists (PTs), Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs), Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Speech, Language Pathologists (SLPs).

Educate Patients and Families: Provide education on conditions, rehabilitation and the importance of ongoinbg self-care.

Maintain a Safe Environment: Ensure a supportive and safe environment for both patients and staff.

Pursue Professional Development: Participate in continuous professional development through continuing education opportunities and clinical ladder opportunities.

Qualifications

Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Current NC PTA license

CPR/BLS Certification

  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to educate and motivate patients
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
  • Experience preferred but new graduate candidates considered

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient documentationPatient educationCollaborationOrthopedic careNeurologic careGeriatric carePain dysfunction managementBalance training

Physical Therapist Career Context

In North Carolina, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (583 salary observations; 1,827 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 North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Setting at FirstHealth of the Carolinas a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Top PTA Jobs

10 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution8 jobs · 7 employers

4
<$75k
1
$79k
2
$85k-95k
1
$96k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks10 jobs · 7 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
80%
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 - Licensed PTA

$30-$38/hr
+ 8 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Raeford

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$273k
Typical market rent
$1,745/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.0
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Fayetteville, NC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About FirstHealth of the Carolinas

Hospitals and Health Care
Pinehurst, North Carolina
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Free gym membership
Educational assistance (FirstU)
Employee discounts (PerkSpot)
Retirement savings plan with employer match