Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in North Carolina post a median of $35 an hour, the middle half $33.10–$39.90, across 23 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapist assistants employed in North Carolina earn a median of $32.47 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).
Physical therapist assistants in North Carolina: pay by town and employer
About the job
Join a growing team of successful, happy caregivers who are valued and appreciated.
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(PTA) Physical Therapy Assistant
Benefits
Very competitive Wages and Benefits Package
Flexible Schedule
Paid Time Off
Company Discounts
Annual Raises
Same Day Pay Option
Company Perks and Activities
Qualifications: 1.Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Physical Therapy that is recognized by the APTA. 2.Holds current license and/or registration in the state
Job Responsibilities: 1.Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of a PT according to state practice guidelines.
2.Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.
3.Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain the co-signature of the PT.
4.Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.
5.Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.
6.Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.
7.Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.
8.Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.
9.Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services rendered.
10.Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.
11.Supervise junior PTA staff members or students as needed.
12.Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.
13.Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitals and/or community as needed.
14.Comply with all facility safety policies and procedures.
15.Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.
16.Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and project a professional image at all times.
17.Adhere to productivity requirements.
18.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to foster positive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers.
19.Perform all other duties assigned by the department Supervisor, Lead Therapist or Regional Manager.
20.Comply with all Facility policies re: lunch, sick and time off notification.
21.Adhere to any and all other Facility written and oral policies and procedures.
From Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare 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 Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a 108 (source: Medicare Care Compare: Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, opens in a new tab)-bed nursing home in Elizabeth City, NC, certified by Medicare and Medicaid. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: Medicare Care Compare: Laurel Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Based in Elizabeth City, NCHires in North Carolina, Virginia, New York, Florida, MassachusettsPay on its listings: 27.3% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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