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Advocate Health

Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient

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full-time $25.30 - $37.95 per hour Lexington, NC

First indexed 5 Sept 2026

Description

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our Outpatient Rehabilitation team at Lexington Medical Center.

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will play a crucial role in carrying out physical therapy programs as planned and directed by physical therapists. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Training patients in exercises, ambulation, and activities of daily living
  • Collecting clinical assessment scores, radiographic scores, and health-related quality of life information
  • Performing tests and evaluations in clinical or research settings
  • Maintaining supplies and equipment
  • Assisting with research protocol and treatment development
  • Participating in staff meetings, forums, committees, and in-service training activities

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A two-year college program for Physical Therapy Assistants approved by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
  • Current licensure in the state where you will practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant
  • CPR certification every two years

In return for your hard work, we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits, including:

  • Competitive compensation ($25.30 - $37.95 per hour)
  • Premium pay for shift, on-call, and other roles
  • Incentive pay for select positions
  • Paid Time Off programs
  • Health and welfare benefits, such as medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family benefits, such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
  • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
  • Educational Assistance Program