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this role: $29.56/hrmedian $43.64/hr
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 30 posted allied health roles in Walla Walla, Washington rates. This role sits in the 13th percentile.
About the role
Pay for this role is about 32% below the Walla Walla, Washington median for allied health roles.
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides direct patient care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. They are responsible for executing treatment plans in accordance with hospital and departmental policies to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
The staff Physical Therapist Assistant functions under the supervision of the rehabilitation leadership team and the department director. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides direct patient/client care under general supervision of the therapist responsible for the specific patient's/client's plan of care. The staff Physical Therapist Assistant assumes responsibility and accountability for providing physical therapy treatment as determined by a plan of care established by a Physical Therapist in accordance with established hospital and departmental policies, maintaining the highest degree of quality patient care.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Group Southeast Washington and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications
Coursework/Training Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant school
Upon hire: Washington Physical Therapy Assistant License
Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
Within 30 days of hire: Medicare National Provider Identification Number (NPI)
Specialized physical therapy training or experience to meet a particular department need may be required.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and hold a valid Washington state license. Additional requirements include American Heart Association BLS certification and a Medicare NPI number.
professional certificate
BLS
Rehabilitation
Treatment planning
Patient care
Clinical documentation
Physical therapy
Healthcare compliance
Benefits
Vacation
Holidays
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid parental leave
Well-being resources
Health care benefits
Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan
Posting details
Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$30 - $46/hr
Location
Walla Walla, Washington
Posted
Aug 21, 2026
Application
Employer website
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At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits [https://providence.jobs/benefits/].
Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles
Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers.
PCN is comprised of Providence Medical Group in Alaska, Washington, Montana and Oregon; Swedish Medical Group in Washington’s greater Puget Sound area, Pacific Medical Centers in western Washington; Kadlec in southeast Washington; Providence’s St. John’s Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Institute in Southern California; Providence Facey Medical Foundation in Southern California; Providence Medical Foundation in Northern and Southern California; and Covenant Medical Group and Covenant Health Partners in west Texas and eastern New Mexico.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer [https://www.providenceiscalling.jobs/eeo/]. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity [https://providence.jobs/diversity/] makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Market context
Washington PTA roles stay clinically competitive
In Washington, Physical Therapy Assistant openings are typically driven by ongoing outpatient, rehab, and post-acute care needs, and employers look closely at licensure, Medicare knowledge, and hands-on mobility support. These roles are competitive because candidates must combine clinical accuracy, patient communication, and the physical ability to assist with treatment safely. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your active license and highlight experience with Medicare-compliant documentation in your application.
