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Covenant Health

REHAB THERAPY ASST-HC

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$23 - $30.50/hr

Two (2) years' experience as a licensed rehabilitation therapy assistant (i.e. LPTA or COTA) in a health care environment; previous home health experience preferred. Licensure Requirement: Must have ...

Covenant Health

REHAB THERAPY ASST-HC

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$23 - $30.50/hr

Two (2) years' experience as a licensed rehabilitation therapy assistant (i.e. LPTA or COTA) in a health care environment; previous home health experience preferred. Licensure Requirement: Must have ...

Capstone Health

Rehabilitation Therapy

Monterey, CA · On-site

$1.3K - $1.6K/wk

Rehabilitation Therapy Monterey, CA Specialty: PTA Position Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks ... Days Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant looking for an exciting travel opportunity?

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How much do rehab therapy assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for rehab therapy assistant in the United States is $20.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Rehab Therapy Assistant vs Physical Therapist Assistant?

Rehab Therapy AssistantPhysical Therapist Assistant
Assists physical therapists with patient care, exercises, and therapy sessionsWorks under physical therapists to implement treatment plans and assist with patient rehabilitation
Requires certification or diploma in rehab assisting programsRequires an associate degree from an accredited PTA program and licensure
Work environment includes clinics, hospitals, and rehab centersSimilar work environments, often in outpatient clinics and hospitals
Employers include rehab facilities, hospitals, and outpatient clinicsSame as Rehab Therapy Assistant, often with more specialized responsibilities

Rehab Therapy Assistants and Physical Therapist Assistants share similar work environments and employer types, assisting in patient rehabilitation. However, PTAs typically have more advanced education and licensure, enabling them to perform more complex tasks under the supervision of physical therapists.

What are the duties of a rehab therapy assistant?

A rehab therapy assistant supports licensed therapists by helping implement treatment plans, assisting patients with exercises, and monitoring progress. They may prepare treatment areas, operate therapy equipment, and document patient responses, often working under supervision in healthcare or rehabilitation settings.

What qualifications do you need to be a rehab therapy assistant?

Rehab therapy assistants typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, along with completion of a certified nursing assistant (CNA) or physical therapy aide training program. Some states or employers may require certification or licensure, and strong communication and organizational skills are important for working with patients and healthcare teams.

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Infographic showing various Rehab Therapy Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,650 per year, or $21 per hour.

Rehab Therapy Assistant

Evansville, IN

State of Indiana
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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$29K/mo

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 8 days ago

State Of Indiana rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 190 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

 Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About Evansville State Hospital: 

Evansville State Hospital is one of the Indiana State Psychiatric Hospitals who are committed to the mission of Hope and Recovery. Residing on 88 acres on the east side of Evansville, Ind., our facility provides medical treatment for chronic mental illness and substance abuse disorders from our dedicated team of psychiatrists and advanced practice professionals. Active Treatment helps our patients achieve their goals directed towards living in the most non-restrictive environment possible.

Our team of professionals assist our patients in the treatment process involving medical staff, nursing, psychology, social work, rehabilitation therapy and our community integration program. Evansville State Hospital continues to maintain accreditation through The Joint Commission as an Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital as well as Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services certification as a Psychiatric Medicare/Medicaid Hospital.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $29,302.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

Therapeutic Activity Support

  • Directs, instructs, and supervises patients in specialized activities to promote rehabilitation goals
  • Advises and reinforces patients on acceptable social behavior to support therapeutic progress, employing behavior modification or other techniques
  • Plans, schedules, and executes activities for therapeutic programming

Patient Monitoring and Documentation

  • Observe and document patient progress, attendance, behavior, and outcomes to inform individualized care plans and recommend changes in activities.

Facility and Equipment Maintenance

  • Assist in the care and maintenance of facilities 

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

  • Effective communication skills.
  • Ability to stimulate patient’s interests in specialized activities.
  • Working knowledge of sociology and psychology as they relate to assessing rehabilitation needs of patients.
  • Working knowledge of, and ability to implement, behavior modification techniques to complement rehabilitation therapy programs.
  • Ability to assess patient’s progress and needs, changing instructional methods.
  • Specialized knowledge of standard techniques and methods of providing rehabilitation.
  • Knowledge of laws, regulations and policies related to rehabilitation therapy.
  • Working knowledge of, and proper use of, special equipment or materials utilized in rehabilitation therapy.

A degree is not required.  However, at least 6 months of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.  Experience involving persons with developmental disabilities or a group home setting is preferred.

Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes: 

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
  • Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
    • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
    • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Group life insurance
  • Referral Bonus program
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free Parking for most positions
  • Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.

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