Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
How this pay compares
This posting states $40–$43 an hour. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in New Jersey post a median of $40 an hour, the middle half $36.54–$42, across 45 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Physical therapist assistants employed in New Jersey earn a median of $37.71 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab), 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
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Rate: $40 Per Hour
Per Diem Rate: $43 Per hour
Schedule Options
Full time, Part Time, and Per Diem Flexible
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 401K
- Holiday Pay
- Paid Time Off
- Overtime Available
- Same Day Pay!!
- Refer a Friend Bonus!
- Weekly Employee Appreciation Event "Thankful Thursday"!
About us
King Manor is committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care in a supportive, team-focused environment. We believe great care starts with great people, which is why we invest in our employees through accessible leadership, recognition programs, and the resources they need to succeed.
If you're looking for a workplace where you'll be valued, supported, and able to make a meaningful difference every day, we'd love to have you on our team.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Physical Therapist Assistant implements physical therapy programs and provides physical therapy treatments to residents to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.
RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES
1 Implements resident’s individualized treatment plan as defined by the primary Physical Therapist;
2 Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including modalities and exercises;
3 Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures;
4 Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in consultation with the physical therapist;
5 Instructs residents, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist;
6 Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each resident;
7 Maintains appropriate and timely resident and non-resident documentation for all residents treated;
8 Attends and contributes to resident care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist;
9 Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary;
10 Ensures that residents and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights.
SPECIFIC EDUCATIONAL/VOCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
1 Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association.
2 Licensed as required by the State.
JOB SKILLS
1 Good organizational skills and time management skills.
2 Good verbal and written communication skills.
PERFORMS RELATED DUTIES
1 Interacts with residents, families, visitors and employees.
2 Carries out other tasks as requested in situations where hands-on intervention/participation may be required.
If you are under 18 years of age, there may be some essential functions of the job that you are restricted from performing due to regulatory requirements. Please advise your supervisor if you are under 18.
I understand this job description and its requirements; I understand that this is not an exclusive list of the job functions and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned; I understand the job functions may be altered by management without notice; I understand that this job description in no way constitutes an employment agreement and that I am an at-will employee.
From King Manor Care and Rehabilitation 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 King Manor Care and Rehabilitation Center
King Manor Care and Rehabilitation Center is a 120 (source: Medicare Care Compare: King Manor Care and Rehabilitation Center, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Neptune, NJ, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and mental health staff. Source: Medicare Care Compare: King Manor Care and Rehabilitation Center
Based in Neptune, NJHires in New JerseyPay on its listings: 88.9% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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