Physical Therapist Assistants
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open physical therapist assistant jobs in Delaware post a median of $31 an hour, the middle half $31–$35.38, across 8 jobs that state their pay. Physical therapist assistants employed in Delaware earn a median of $35.87 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
Nationwide Healthcare Services is looking for clinicians to join our rehabilitation departments in the Wilmington and Hockessin Delaware areas.
We have Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN positions available.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Under a physician’s order, provides direct resident treatment in accordance with an established plan of care. Treatment modalities may include; individual, concurrent and group.
- Provide excellent training for residents and caregivers.
- Documents services provided within Rehab Optima on a timely basis.
- Demonstrates consistent knowledge and application of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
- Exhibits courtesy, compassion and respect to residents, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators, and co-workers in each and every interaction.
- Demonstrates continuous new learning to remain current in the field.
- Complies with facility Privacy Practices policies and procedures to protect residents’ individual health information.
- Participates in clinical program development and implementation.
- Contributes to the team meeting and decision-making process as defined by the program.
- Responsible for service and operational excellence of all assigned activities to ensure the delivery of quality outcomes.
- Participates in the training and orientation of other staff, students and volunteers.
- Participates in quality improvement activities as needed.
- May perform additional assigned administrative duties like: assigning and overseeing resident care activities, medical record oversight, assuring execution of physician orders, ordering supplies, etc.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Graduated from an accredited program approved by their professional association.
- Current licensure by the applicable state agency.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Clinical experience in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.
We look forward to reviewing your resume! EOE
From Nationwide Healthcare Services's job posting, checked Oct 29, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Nationwide Healthcare Services operates 7 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information, opens in a new tab) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Delaware and Pennsylvania. Its job board posts jobs for therapists, nurses and nursing assistants. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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