What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Athletico Physical Therapy?
Position Overview
About Us:
At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovery; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.
Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.
With competitive salaries, incentive programs, and robust continuing education benefits, Athletico is the place for you.
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Position Summary:
Our Physical Therapist Assistant’s role is to enhance your patient’s health and quality of life. You will be exposed to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth. Work with a variety of specialties while you grow your skills and your future as a physical therapist! Growth and Learning Benefits offered with this part-time position. Benefit options can vary based on standard hours worked:
- Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to MedBridge and Athletico University, and additional days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education
- Strategic Mentorship programs
- Leadership programs
- Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week
- Monthly incentives
- 900 plus locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991!)
Additional Benefits offered with this part-time position. Benefit options can vary based on standard hours worked:
- Medical, dental and vision (eligibility begins day one of employment) (30 hours)
- Student Loan Repayment Program (30 hours)
- Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
- PTO (accrual starts immediately upon hire) (30 hours)
- CEU PTO Days
- Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee
- Bereavement Time Off & Resources
- Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
- KinderCare Discount
- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.
Qualifications:
- Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
- Current professional licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or license eligible based on the rules and regulations of the state in which you are applying for role
- Current CPR Certification
Athletico clinicians are energetic and service-minded team players who provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.
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Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.
Minimum Salary/Wage
USD $26.00/Hr.Maximum Salary/Wage
USD $33.75/Hr.Salary : $26 - $34