$25–$45/hr
Long-term care / Rehabilitation
Days / Nights
PT license
Job Description
Solaris HealthCare is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to support residents in our skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers.
In this on-site role, you will provide therapeutic exercises, gait training, and mobility interventions under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
Responsibilities include assisting with care planning, documenting progress in EMR, ensuring resident safety, and educating residents and families.
Join a supportive, patient-centered team that values dignity, respect, collaboration, and ongoing clinical development in a family-like environment.
Requirements
Active PT license in good standing in the state of employment
Experience requirements vary by employer.
BLS typically required.
Ability to stand for long shifts, lift up to 50 lbs, and assist with patient transfers.
Frequently asked questions
What license do I need to apply?
An active state license in your discipline (PT, OT, SLP, LCSW, LPC, BCBA, etc.) in good standing. Therapy licensure is state-specific — the PT, OT, and ASLP-IC compacts let you practice in member states without a separate license.
Is this a school-year or year-round position?
School-based therapy roles typically follow a 9- or 10-month school-year calendar with summers off. Outpatient, hospital, home-health, and telehealth positions are year-round with PTO. Both options are widely available — check the job description for specifics.
What experience is expected?
Most therapy roles welcome new grads through mid-career clinicians. Specialty positions (acute care, NICU, pediatric feeding, hand therapy) typically prefer 2+ years plus relevant certifications.
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