Physical Therapist Assistant

Gotham Enterprises Ltd·Hillsborough, New Jersey

$70,000 - $80,000/yrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 26 days ago

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Physical Therapist Assistant · $70,000 - $80,000/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-12% vs. median posted salary for allied health roles in New Jersey ($80,000, n=1751)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,751 posted allied health roles in New Jersey salarys. This role sits in the 29th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 12% below the New Jersey median for allied health roles.

The Physical Therapist Assistant implements individualized treatment plans under the direction of a licensed therapist, focusing on therapeutic exercise and functional movement. They are also responsible for monitoring patient progress and maintaining accurate clinical documentation.

Now Hiring

Physical
Therapist
Assistant
Location:
Hillsborough,
NJ
Position: Full-Time |
Outpatient
Clinic
Schedule: M–F, 9:00 AM–5:00
PM
Compensation: $70K–$80K/year DOE + Benefits Job Summary The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for assisting in the implementation of individualized treatment plans in an outpatient setting. Working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, this role provides direct patient care with an emphasis on therapeutic exercise, functional movement training, and treatment progression. The position also includes observing patient response, communicating updates to the supervising therapist, and ensuring documentation is completed in a timely and accurate manner.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient treatment sessions Lead prescribed exercises and activities Track patient performance and response Document care and progress notes Support clinic organization and workflow Accredited PTA program graduate Active PTA license (NJ) Prior outpatient experience is a plus Reliable and detail-oriented PTO Health Insurance 401K Plan with 3% Company Match Bring your experience into a setting that values consistency and patient progress.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited PTA program and hold an active New Jersey PTA license. Prior experience in an outpatient setting is considered a plus.

professional certificate
Documentation
Patient care
Patient assessment
Therapeutic exercise
Clinical workflow support
Functional movement training
Treatment progression

Benefits

Health Insurance
401K Plan
PTO
3% Company Match

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $70,000 - $80,000/yr
Location: Hillsborough, New Jersey
Posted: Aug 13, 2026
Application: Employer website

New Jersey PTA roles stay competitive

Physical Therapist Assistant openings in New Jersey are typically driven by steady demand in outpatient, rehab, and long-term care settings. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for accredited PTA training, current or pending state licensure, and candidates who can contribute quickly in patient-facing care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of hands-on rehab experience before applying.