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Physical Therapist Assistant

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center$30–$60/hrTrenton, NJFull TimePosted 1d ago

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This posting states $30–$60 an hour. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in New Jersey post a median of $39.50 an hour, the middle half $36.52–$42.50, across 43 jobs that state their pay, so this one is above the middle half of what they post. Physical therapist assistants employed in New Jersey earn a median of $37.71 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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About the job

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA ) to join our in-house therapy team ! New-Grad Friendly!

The ideal candidate will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients recover from injuries, improve mobility, and enhance their overall physical function.

Responsibilities

  • Assist licensed Physical Therapists in implementing treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy techniques such as trigger point therapy, and modalities as directed.
  • Monitor patient progress and report any changes or concerns to the supervising therapist.
  • Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, exercises, and home care strategies.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of patient treatments and progress in compliance with facility policies.
  • Ensure a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in physical therapy Assisting or a related field from an accredited program.
  • Current state licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
  • Knowledge of medical terminology and understanding of human physiology.
  • Proficiency in providing patient care with a focus on rehabilitation techniques.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative healthcare team.

Join our team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients through dedicated physical therapy services!

From Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center

Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center is a 149 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Trenton, NJ, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and therapists. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center

Based in Trenton, NJHires in New JerseyPay on its listings: 63.6% of its open jobs state an hourly rate

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