Physical Therapy Assistant

PruittHealth; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation opportunities

Sign-on bonus

Annual merit increases

Advanced pay option

Comprehensive health plans

On-site onboarding & training

Job summary

PruittHealth is hiring a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team in Georgia, Macon, on a full-time, first-shift schedule. The role involves assisting with the physical therapy plan and delivering patient care under the supervising therapist and physician guidelines.

The ideal candidate holds a CAPTE-accredited degree and an active state license. We offer competitive compensation up to $100,000, a generous sign-on bonus, relocation and comprehensive benefits, and a

Qualifications

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of CAPTE accredited program. If foreign-trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent by a credential evaluation organization approved by the APTA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician.
• Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation timely and accurately per policy.
• Follow established policies and procedures related to the scope of practice.
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care.
• Complete all orientation, in-services, and trainings timely and successfully.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Skills

Licensed PTA

Clinical documentation

Interprofessional communication

Education

CAPTE accredited program

Foreign-trained equivalency evaluation

Job description

Join PruittHealth as a licensed PTA and make a meaningful impact in patient care. We’re committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services while creating a supportive environment where our professionals can thrive. This role offers competitive compensation up to $100,000 annually, based on experience, schedule, and location, along with a generous Stay & Earn sign‑on bonus, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative culture focused on growth and excellence.

Investing In Our Employee-Partners With Benefits

• Advanced pay option
• Annual merit increases
• Relocation opportunities
• Paid onboarding & orientation
• Preceptorship Program & hands‑on training
• 24 / 7 direct hotline support
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Access to PruittHealth Foundation & PruittHealth University resources
• Comprehensive health plans

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution of the Physical Therapy care plan/treatment to patients as prescribed by the evaluating therapist and physician according to the State Practice Acts.
• Perform clinical tasks, communication, and documentation timely and accurately per policy.
• Follow established policies and procedures as related to the scope of practice.
• Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care.
• Complete all required orientation, in‑services, and trainings timely and successfully.
• Perform other related duties as necessary and as directed by supervisor.

Licensure, Certification And Educational Requirements

• Valid professional license in the state of practice.
• Graduate of CAPTE accredited school. If foreign‑trained, the program must be deemed substantially equivalent to a Physical Therapist entry‑level education in the U.S. by a credential’s evaluation organization approved by the APTA.

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Primary Location

Georgia‑Macon

Schedule

Full‑time

Shift

1st Shift

Job Posting

Jul 13, 2026, 12:09:40 PM

Work Locations

TS SN Peake

Sign-on Bonus

8000.0