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Puyallup, Washington

Physical Therapist Technician

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$17.73-$20/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 35m ago · Verified live

Job Description

At Confluent Health and our family of affiliated brands, our PT Technicians are an important part of the patient experience. You’ll work side by side with licensed physical therapists, help patients feel welcomed and supported, and play a key role in keeping the clinic running smoothly.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on role with direct patient interaction and plenty of opportunity to learn. Whether you’re looking to grow as a PT Technician or gain experience as you pursue a future in physical therapy or healthcare, you’ll be part of a team where your contribution matters.

What We Offer

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligibility varies by schedule)
  • Paid time off
  • Family building and parental leave benefits
  • 401(k) with employer match up to 4%
  • Hands-on training and experience working alongside licensed physical therapists
  • Nationwide growth opportunities across our family of brands
  • Mentorship, professional connections, and opportunities for recommendation letters that can support PT, PTA, and other healthcare school applications
  • Scheduling options that may work around school or other commitments
  • A team culture built around taking exceptional care of patients, working hard, and having fun together

Responsibilities

  • Greet patients and bring them to treatment areas, ensuring they have a staff member with them
  • Guide patients through exercise programs as directed by the treating therapist
  • Set up and take down modalities such as heat, ice, e-stim, Game Ready, and Normatec as directed by the therapist
  • Clean and sanitize treatment tables, equipment, and rooms between patients
  • Keep the clinic stocked and organized, including laundry and restocking supplies
  • Anticipate the needs of therapists and patients and assist where needed
  • Support the front desk and other members of the clinic team during downtime
  • Protect patient privacy and uphold HIPAA standards in every interaction

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

  • Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients of all ages, including those who may be experiencing pain or discomfort
  • Ability to follow direction from licensed therapists and carry out assigned patient support activities
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced clinic environment
  • Ability to work collaboratively with therapists, front office staff, and other members of the clinic team
  • Ability to take initiative and identify clinic, patient, and team needs within the scope of the role
  • Ability to remain on your feet throughout your shift and perform routine clinic activities including cleaning, laundry, restocking supplies, and moving equipment
  • Ability to maintain patient privacy and follow HIPAA and clinic standards
  • Reliable attendance and the ability to commit to a consistent work schedule; daytime availability is preferred

Preferred

Currently pursuing or have completed a degree in kinesiology, exercise science, health science, biology, or a related pre-PT field preferred

Previous experience in customer service, fitness, personal training, coaching, sports, or another patient- or customer-facing environment preferred

We provide training on clinic workflows, modalities, cleaning standards, and patient care support.

About

Compensation: $17.73 /hr - $20.00 /hr

Schedule: Full-time

Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@goconfluent.com.

Key Skills

Exercise instructionEquipment maintenanceSanitizationHIPAA complianceTime managementTeam collaborationClinic organization

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$39k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $37k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Of the 50 active Physical Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 54% have no call, 58% require no weekends.

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$37k–$42kPhysical Therapy median $91k (middle half $90k–$115k)22 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$37k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Washington496 active22,055 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 54% no call · 58% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington physical therapist listings (all specialties): 35% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 24% offer loan repayment515 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,887 in the last 30 days4,353 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.3% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$39k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$3k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Physical Therapist Jobs

37 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

37 jobs · 18 employers
12
<$105k
14
$105k-120k
4
$120k-135k
4
$135k-150k
3
$150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

35 jobs · 18 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
Sign-on bonus
54%
CME allowance
54%
Loan repayment
23%
Relocation assistance
11%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Home Health Physical Therapist - Berkeley/Richmond

CVHCare · Berkeley, CA, United States

$150k
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist - GlendalePer Diem

CVHCare · Glendale, California

$150k
#3

Home Health Physical Therapist - Hayward

$150k
#4

Traveler Physical Therapist: Dutch Harbor, AK

$2800/week
+ 35 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 3.0this job 3.0
Below most Physical Therapy Aide / Tech listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 131 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Confluent Health

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Louisville, Kentucky
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Family building and parental leave benefits
401(k) with employer match up to 4%
Hands-on training
Nationwide growth opportunities
Mentorship

Living in Puyallup

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$526k
Typical market rent
$2,199/mo
Residents’ average commute
31 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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