Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Princeton, NJ

A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a vital role in the therapy industry by providing physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage pain. PTAs are responsible for implementing treatment plans, teaching patients exercises, using equipment to alleviate symptoms, and recording patient progress. They are critical in helping patients recover, improve their physical abilities, and maintain their health.

To succeed as a PTA, one should have strong interpersonal skills, physical stamina, and a compassionate and patient-centered approach. They should be detail-oriented to ensure that patients are doing exercises correctly and that patient records are accurate. PTAs should also have a current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). In terms of academic qualifications, they should have graduated from an accredited PTA program and have a valid license to practice. Before becoming a PTA, individuals may have roles as a Physical Therapy Aide, Fitness Trainer, or Rehabilitation Aide, which provide relevant experience and exposure to the field of physical therapy.

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Physical Therapist Assistant

  • Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Concordville
  • Trevose, PA (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Trevose, PA (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Be the Physical Therapist Assistant you always wanted to be Channel your expertise, ambition, and experience into making a difference every day: Provide top-notch physical therapy treatment in compliance...

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Travel Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - $1702/Week

  • Anders Group
  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Princeton Junction, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Location: Guthrie, OK....

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Rehabilitation Technician PRN

  • St. Mary Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Langhorne, PA (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

Rehabilitation Technician PRN Who we are: St. Mary Rehabilitation Hospital is a state-of-the-art, 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of...

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Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Delta Companies
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Overview Setting: Outpatient, Orthopedics Compensation: $1,320 - $1,560 estimated weekly pay Start: ASAP | open to 1-2 months out Duration: 13 weeks | potential to extend Guaranteed Hours: 40...

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Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health $5,000 Bonus

  • AccentCare, Inc.
  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bristol, PA (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA, Home Health Location: Bristol, PA - Office Location Position: Physical Therapist Assistant Position Type: Full-Time Remote/Virtual Position: No Coverage Area: Lower...

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Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • Flemington, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Flemington, NJ (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (Outpatient Ortho) Ivy Rehab HSS Physical Therapy Center of Excellence Location: 100 Reaville Ave....

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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient - Days

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • West Windsor, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Windsor, NJ (6 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)...

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Physical Therapist Assistant- Manalapan, NJ

  • Englishtown, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ (17 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Therapist Assistant license in the ste(s) of practice, or eligibility to apply Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant program Basic computer literacy skills Current CPR certificion Integrity...

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Rehabilitation Technician

  • Matheny Medical and Educational Center
  • Peapack, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Peapack, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,...

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Physical Therapy Aide - Part time/24 hours per week

  • Penn Medicine
  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (4 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Our Outpatient Rehab center in Plainsboro, NJ is looking for a Physical Therapy Aide to join our team. This is our outpatient center located on the hospital campus....

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Pta

  • Hamilton Physical Therapy Services
  • Hamilton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Ensure technical proficiency in physical therapy principles, concepts, and techniques. Must have certification and licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of employment....

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Rehabilitation Aide

  • CentraState Healthcare System
  • Freehold, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Freehold, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy....

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Front Desk Admin/Physical Therapy Aide

  • US Physical Therapy
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Physical Therapy Services is looking for a motivated and compassionate Front Desk Admin/Physical Therapy Aide Hybrid to join our team....

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Physical Therapist Assistant - Basking Ridge, NJ

  • Soliant Health
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Basking Ridge, NJ (21 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Category Schools - PTA Job Type Contract Step into an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the school setting as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) on a contract basis....

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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Must Be Licensed - Contract

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • Monroe, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Monroe, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Centra Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) that is licensed or in the immediate process, and qualifies, of obtaining Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)...

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Demographic Data for Princeton, NJ

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Salary for Physical Therapist Assistant Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Physical Therapist Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Physical Therapist Assistants in Princeton, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
36.5%
Associate's Degree
35.5%
Master's Degree
9.9%
Doctorate Degree
8.0%
High School or GED
5.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.8%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Physical Therapist Assistants in Princeton, NJ
Less than 1 year
43.5%
None
37.3%
2-4 years
15.8%
1-2 years
3.4%



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