Physical Therapist Assistant - Licensed PTA

Select Physical Therapy; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment program

Job summary

Select Physical Therapy in Gastonia, NC is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant for a full-time outpatient orthopedic role. You will work Monday–Friday, under the supervision of a licensed PT, delivering high-quality care to patients of all ages with a focus on restoring function and enabling daily activities.

Compensation is $28.00–$33.00/hour, depending on experience, plus a student loan repayment program incentive.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Passed CAPTE national PTA exam
• Licensed PTA or in process
• CPR certification

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist
• Deliver high-quality physical therapy services with minimal supervision
• Maintain positive interaction with centers, patients, and staff to support client relations
• Assist in outpatient orthopedic center operations as part of the clinical team

Education

College graduate of an accredited PTA program

CAPTE national PTA exam

Valid state PTA license

CPR certification

Job description

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant

Location: Gastonia, NC

Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday

Compensation: $28.00 - $33.00/hour (pending experience)

Incentive: Student loan repayment program

Join our Select Physical Therapy outpatient orthopedic center and be part of a respected clinical team delivering exceptional care to patients of all ages and abilities. We focus on personalized treatments that restore function and help patients get back to the activities they love—whether it's sports, work, or everyday life.

If you're a licensed PTA passionate about making a difference, we’d love to meet you!

Why Join Us: (benefits for full-time at 32+ hours/week)

• Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
• Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program
• Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
• Advance Your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
• Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
• College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
• Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
• CPR certification