PTA Jobs in New Jersey

A Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) plays a crucial role in the therapy industry by providing support to physical therapists in patient care. They help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage pain. Some of their duties include observing patients before, during, and after therapy, noting their status and reporting back to a physical therapist. They also assist by teaching patients exercises, helping them with stretches, and educating them about what to do at home after treatment. PTAs may also use devices and equipment to assist patients with their therapy.

In terms of qualifications, a PTA must have an associate's degree from an accredited PTA program and a state-issued certification or licensure. They should also have essential skills such as observation, dexterity, physical stamina, and good interpersonal skills. Before becoming a PTA, a person may have roles such as a physical therapist aide where they gain experience in the field or a certified nursing assistant (CNA) where they acquire a basic understanding of patient care. Another potential role is a rehabilitation aide, where they directly assist in physical therapy and rehabilitation services.

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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

  • Lifepoint Rehabilitation
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vineland, NJ
  • 30+ days ago

How you'll contribute A Physical Therapist Assistant who excels in this role: Implement treatment plan developed by supervising therapists using appropriate modalities....

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Physical Therapy Aide, Acute Care - Full Time (40hrs/week), Voorhees

  • Virtua
  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Voorhees, NJ
  • 3 hours ago

Schedule: M-10-7pm T-10-7pm W-10-6:30pm Th-10-6pm Fri-10-6pm Sat-every other alternating with Wed off-7:30-4pm Summary: Under direct supervision, assists in patient care. Provides clerical...

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Physical Therapy Aide

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • Jackson, NJ
  • 3 hours ago
  • Jackson, NJ
  • 3 hours ago

Together, we provide world-class care in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and applied behavior analysis (ABA) services....

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Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Delta Companies
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 10 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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Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

  • Healthpro Heritage, LLC
  • Bergenfield, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bergenfield, NJ
  • 10 hours ago

HealthPro Heritage has a great Full-time or Part-time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) Opportunity at our assisted living community in Harrington Park, NJ....

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Physical Therapy Assistant - Travel Contract

  • Jackson Therapy Partners
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hackensack, NJ
  • 11 hours ago

Make a real difference as a travel Physical Therapist Assistant in Hackensack, NJ....

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Physical Therapy Assistant/PTA

  • Optum
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

As the Physical Therapist Assistant you will perform treatment and provide exercise instruction and patient education aimed at improving/enhancing the patient's well-being while following the established...

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Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • Flemington, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Flemington, 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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Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

  • Ivy Rehab Network, Inc.
  • Chester, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Chester, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (Outpatient Ortho) Ivy Rehab HSS Physical Therapy Center of Excellence Location: 95 W Main St....

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

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, 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 (PTA) - Outpatient - Days

  • Centra Healthcare Solutions
  • West Windsor, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • West Windsor, 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

  • Select Medical Corporation
  • Northfield, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Northfield, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license...

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Physical Therapy Aide

  • Ivy Rehab
  • Denville, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Denville, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Physical Therapy Aide Ivy Rehab Network Why Choose Ivy?...

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Salary for PTA Jobs in New Jersey

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for PTA positions.



Highest Education Level

PTAs in New Jersey 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 PTAs in New Jersey
Less than 1 year
43.5%
None
37.3%
2-4 years
15.8%
1-2 years
3.4%