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Physical Therapy Assistant - Certified

Island Health·Anacortes, Washington

$26 - $40/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 19 days ago
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About the role

Provide direct physical therapy services to patients of all ages following established plans of care. Perform therapeutic exercises and modalities while documenting patient progress and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Certified physical therapy assistant (Pta)

Rehabilitation Services | Island Health

Location

  • Anacortes,
  • WA
  • Schedule: 1 FTE | Days

Hourly Range

$26.33 – $39.50 per hour

For information on Employee Benefits, visit our careers page.

Who We Are

At Island Health, our rehabilitation team plays a vital role in helping patients regain function, mobility, and independence across the continuum of care. We are committed to compassionate, patient-centered care and teamwork that supports positive outcomes for individuals and families in our community.

As a Certified Physical Therapy Assistant, you’ll work closely with licensed Physical Therapists and interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality therapy services to patients from infancy through adulthood.

What We Offer

  • Competitive hourly compensation
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (benefits eligibility based on FTE status)
  • Generous paid time off and extended illness benefits
  • Retirement contributions and flexible spending accounts
  • Supportive, collaborative care environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and skill development

What you’ll do

Under the indirect supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the Certified Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct patient care and supports individualized treatment plans across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Key responsibilities include

  • Provide direct physical therapy services to patients from infancy through adulthood following established plans of care
  • Apply principles of growth and development to deliver age-appropriate treatment
  • Perform prescribed therapeutic exercises, modalities, and functional activities
  • Use clinical judgment to monitor patient response to treatment and identify when Physical Therapist consultation is needed
  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams
  • Document patient treatments and progress after each session in accordance with established standards
  • What you bring
  • Strong clinical skills within the Physical Therapy Assistant scope of practice
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with Physical Therapists and interdisciplinary teams
  • Commitment to patient-centered, high-quality care
  • Strong documentation and time-management skills

Minimum Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
  • Active Physical Therapy Assistant license issued by the Washington State Department of Health
  • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Work environment

This role is performed in inpatient and outpatient healthcare settings and involves frequent interaction with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

Physical demands

The position requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, and assisting patients with mobility activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Make a difference with us

Every role at Island Health contributes to compassionate, high-quality care. Join our rehabilitation team and help patients achieve meaningful improvements in mobility, function, and quality of life.

Apply today to join Island Health as a Certified Physical Therapy Assistant.

Requirements

Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program with an active Washington State license. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is also required.

  • professional certificate
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Collaboration
  • Clinical Skills
  • Time-Management
  • Patient-Centered Care
  • Therapeutic Exercises

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Retirement Contributions
  • Extended Illness Benefits

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$26 - $40/hr
Location
Anacortes, Washington
Posted
Jul 8, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Island Health

Island Health operates primary care clinics in Anacortes and on Orcas Island, and serves patients across three counties (Skagit, Island and San Juan). Our specialty services are extensive and rapidly adapting to meet the needs of our community. At Island Health, our patients are...

Salary listed on 44 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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