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Physical Therapist Assistant

Athletico, Washington, District of Columbia, United States


Position Overview
This position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000.

Our Physical Therapist Assistant’s role is to enhance your patient’s health and quality of life. You will be exposed to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and growth. Work with a variety of specialties while you grow your skills and your future as a physical therapist assistant.

About Us
At Athletico, we believe in the power of support – because a little help can lead to extraordinary achievements. Physical therapy isn’t just about recovery; it’s about transformation. Our team thrives on providing life-changing care for our patients, and we know that achieving this begins with taking care of our own.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: Extraordinary people improving lives.

Growth & Learning Benefits

Yearly Continuing Education Allowance, access to Medbridge and Athletico University, and an additional 5 days of PTO dedicated towards your Continuing Education

Strategic Mentorship programs

Leadership programs

Incentives based on quality care and patient outcomes rather than visits per week

Monthly incentives

900+ locations in 25 states (top notch care since 1991)

Benefits

Medical & Rx, Dental and Vision (eligibility begins day one of employment)

HSA, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA

Progyny Fertility Benefit

Critical Illness, Accident, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Company Paid Basic Life / AD&D

Supplemental Life Insurance (Employee, Spouse, Child)

Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability Buy-Up Option

Company Paid Maternity & Parental Leave

Adoption & Surrogacy Expense Reimbursement

KinderCare Discount

Legal & Credit Monitoring

Student Loan Repayment Program (eligible clinicians only)

17 days PTO (accrual starts immediately upon hire)

6 Major Holidays off + 2 floating holidays yearly

5 CEU PTO Days

Physical Therapy/Occupational Therapy benefits as an employee

Bereavement Time Off & Resources

Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking

Retirement 401(k) w/ Per-Pay Company Match

SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources

HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts

Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.

Qualifications

Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Current Professional licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or license eligible based on state rules

Current CPR Certification

Athletico clinicians are energetic and service-minded team players that provide exceptional patient care and service. State licenses must be maintained. All compliance standards must be completed as requested.

Athletico provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

Salary
Minimum Salary/Wage: USD$ 26.50 Hr.

Maximum Salary/Wage: USD$ 33.75 Hr.

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