Physical Therapy Assistant

Center for Disability Services·Albany, New York

$30 - $36/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 25 days ago

Practice for this role

Physical Therapy Assistant · $30 - $36/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-13% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Albany, New York ($34.10/hr, n=109)

111 similar openings in the Albany area · median $34.10/hr

$15.60/hr · lowesthighest · $175/hr

this role: $29.50/hrmedian $34.10/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 109 posted allied health roles in Albany, New York rates. This role sits in the 25th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 13% below the Albany, New York median for allied health roles.

As a physical therapy assistant, you will collaborate with physical therapists, physicians, family, and treatment teams to provide individualized therapy services. You will be part of a clinical team dedicated to offering quality care for individuals with disabilities.

Where people get better at life!

Join us in our mission to make a difference and shape a more inclusive future.

For 80 years, we have been one of upstate New York’s largest providers of programs and services for individuals who have disabilities.

Many of the innovative programs and vital services that we offer are not available elsewhere.

We are recruiting for an Physical Therapy Assistant to join our clinical team for a full time position..

This position will be located at 314 South Manning Blvd. in Albany. where we strive to offer an integrated health care practice.

We are known for our quality of care for individuals with disabilities, which is at the heart of our mission.

As a physical therapy assistant at the Center for Disability Services, you will collaborate with physical therapists, physicians, family and/or treatment teams to provide individualized therapy services for the individuals we support.

Requirements

Degree as Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program
NYS State Licensure, active and in good standing
Experience is helpful, but we will consider new graduates for this position
Ability to work with a team to collaborate and care for the whole person
Knowledge of and ability to effectively use an electronic medical record (EMR)
Organized with attention to detail
Ability to work well with an interdisciplinary team

Compensation Range

$29.50 - $35.50

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
Tuition Reimbursement
Early Access to Pay with RAIN
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $30 - $36/hr
Location: Albany, New York
Posted: Aug 16, 2026
Application: Employer website

PTA roles remain steady in New York

Physical Therapy Assistant roles in New York are typically driven by ongoing demand in hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, and long-term care settings. Competition often centers on current New York licensure, hands-on mobility support, and clear communication with patients and supervising therapists. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of safe lifting, bending, and patient communication.