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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 268 posted behavioral health roles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania salarys. This role sits in the 54th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 7% above the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania median for behavioral health roles.
The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide musculoskeletal and neuromuscular treatment to primary care patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. They are responsible for managing patient care plans, supporting self-management goals, and coordinating with interprofessional teams.
Job DetailsJob Location
Float -
Philadelphia,
PA 19109Position
Type:
Full
TimeEducation
Level: 2
Year
DegreeSalary
Range: $63,000.00 - $63,000.00
Salary/yearJob
Shift:
DayJob
Category: Health CareEqual Opportunity Employer The mission of the Health Federation of Philadelphia is to promote community health by advancing access to high-quality, integrated, comprehensive health and human services. We believe in and are firmly committed to equal employment opportunity for employees and applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status. This commitment applies to all aspects of the Health Federation of Philadelphia’s employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, training, and promotion. JOB SUMMARY Ambulatory Health Services (AHS) within the Philadelphia Department of Public Health (PDPH) seeks a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to serve as a member of the primary care team in a municipal health clinic.
The ideal candidate demonstrates our key values:
Mutual
Thriving: Patient thriving is fostered by compassionate providers, individualized care, curiosity, clear communication, empowerment, education, and skill development within a caring and pleasant environment. Patients should feel heard, respected, and trusting towards providers. Provider thriving is fostered by purposeful and rewarding work, patient and community centered models of care, interprofessional collaboration, and development of expertise within a caring and pleasant environment. Providers should feel valued and appreciated, and in turn should extend compassion towards patients and colleagues.
Complexity-Capable
Clinical
Reasoning: Addressing complexity that spans the biopsychosocial spectrum requires creative and collaborative application of evidence tailored for each individual patient. Care plans are based on evidence from wide-ranging areas of study, adapt to evolving needs, and are grounded in practical patient-, family-, and community-centered care. Goals of care are centered on skill building, self-efficacy, and living well with chronic conditions. Providers should feel energized by complexity and excited to problem-solve with their patients. Patients should feel cared for as a whole and empowered with knowledge and self-management skills.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and possess a valid license in the State of Pennsylvania. Experience working with complex populations and diverse community settings is preferred.
associate degree
Patient education
Interprofessional collaboration
Patient assessment
Pain management
Trauma-informed care
Safety management
Chronic condition management
EHR documentation
Physical therapy
Clinical reasoning
Exercise prescription
Musculoskeletal treatment
Behavior change support
Neuromuscular treatment
Benefits
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Short-term disability insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Vision benefits
AD&D insurance
403(b) Retirement plan
Posting details
Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$63,000 - $63,000/yr
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted
Aug 6, 2026
Closes
Nov 6, 2026
Application
Employer website
Mission-Aligned
Practice: Aligning practice, conduct, and professional development with the mission and vision of PDPH and AHS to promote dignity, partnership, and improved health outcomes for the people and communities we serve. This position will start in October, 2026. JOB SPECIFICATIONS Responsibilities/Duties PTA provides treatment of musculoskeletal and neuromuscular conditions for primary care patients of all ages, both walk-in and scheduled, under the supervision of a
Physical
Therapist (PT): Managing and applying principles of therapeutic and preventative interventions for patients with chronic and acute conditions. Supporting behavior change, self-efficacy, and skill building. Recommending exercise, activity adaptation, education, and tools for self-management including non-pharmacological pain management. Assessing and building upon patient strengths, coping skills, and preferences. Using contextual factors and pragmatism to inform clinical reasoning and execution of established plan of care. Combining evidence and individualization to guide practice.
PTA serves patients in an
Integrated
Care capacity: Collaborating as needed with PT, medical, behavioral health, support staff, patients, family, community, and others. Supporting management of chronic conditions. Treating the whole patient and all factors affecting their movement and function according to the plan of care. The employee is responsible for the day-to-day activity of the
PT service: Securing and maintaining the patient’s engagement, safety, and quality of life. Interprofessional coordination and communication. Trauma-informed, anti-disparate, and patient/family/community centered practices. Qualifications Education Physical Therapist Assistant associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited program Fully licensed PTA in the State of Pennsylvania Skills/Experience 1 year of experience with complex populations preferred
Knowledge and experience preferred in the following areas: Collaborating within interprofessional teams Under resourced populations Chronic medical conditions Mental health conditions Patient/family/community centered care Trauma-informed care Anti-disparate practices Substance use disorders EHRs Experience using translation services Ability to communicate in another language in addition to
English desirable but not required
Work
Environment: Standard PT clinic within primary care setting.
Position
Type and
Work
Schedule:
Full time position,
Monday through
Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, or as assigned. Future possibility for evening hours once a week and/or Saturday mornings once a month as PT program grows.
Travel
Daily work is at one location or between 2 locations. Occasional travel for meetings or to cover providers at other sites.
Physical
Demands: Sitting, walking, and standing. Computer work. Able to demonstrate exercises and move/set up equipment. Patient management and safety (transfers, falls prevention).
Salary and
Benefits:Our employees are our most valuable resource, so we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, which can include: Medical with vision benefits Dental insurance Flexible spending accounts Life, AD&D insurance Short- and long-term disability insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan, with a company contribution Paid time off including vacation, sick, personal and holiday Employee Assistance Program Eligibility and participation is handled consistent with the plan documents and HFP policy. DISCLAIMER The Health Federation reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the Company desires. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an employee assigned to this position. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, responsibilities and/or skills to be performed by the employee occupying this position. This job description is not an employment contract, implied, or otherwise. The employment relationship remains “at will.” The aforementioned job requirements are subject to change to reasonably accommodate qualified disabled individuals.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.
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