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Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant - Federal Salaries of 2020
Pay Rates for "Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant"
How much does a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant in the federal government get paid? $54,621.27* *Based on the 2020 average.Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant was the 179th most popular job in the U.S. Government in 2020, with 869 employed. The most common payscale was the general schedule payscale.
In 2020, the Veterans Health Administration hired the most employees titled Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant, with an average salary of $54,815.
Government Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant jobs are classified under the General Schedule (GS) payscale. The minimum paygrade for a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant job is GS-1, and the highest paygrade that can be attained within this job series is GS-9. Remember that the starting and maximum yearly pay listed above reflect base pay only - your actual salary will be higher based on the Locality Pay Adjustment for the area in which you work.
This occupation includes positions which involve treating, instructing or working with patients in carrying out therapeutic activities prescribed for their physical or mental rehabilitation. Rehabilitation therapy assistants work in such fields of therapy as occupational, physical, kinesiotherapy, manual arts, and educational. The work requires the ability to apply a practical knowledge of therapeutic methods and techniques but does not require a full professional knowledge of the concepts, principles, and practices of the specialized field of therapy.
Technical and Medical Support Positions encompass jobs that require specialized, practical knowledge and the ability to perform skilled tasked. However, these skills can often be learned on the job or through training when you are hired. In some cases, certifications are required to qualify. Additional education such as an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree will increase starting grade and lead to promotion. Typically promotions are given 1 grade at a time up to a maximum of GS-9.
Agencies that have hired a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant
| Agency | Employees Hired | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Health Administration | 839 | $54,814.99 |
| Indian Health Service | 26 | $48,345.42 |
| Indian Affairs | 2 | $61,731.00 |
| Armed Forces Retirement Home | 2 | $47,928.00 |
Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Pay Distribution
The average pay for a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant is $54,621.27. The highest paid Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant made $81,945 in 2020.
Common Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Payscales
| Payscale | Number of Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Employees |
|---|---|
| GS - General Schedule | 867 |
| CY - Contract Education--school Year | 2 |
| Starting Paygrade: | $20,172.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-1, Step 1 |
| Maximum Paygrade: | $61,227.00 / year base pay at paygrade GS-9, Step 10 |
| Category: | Technical and Medical Support |
| Occupation Family: | 0600 MEDICAL, HOSPITAL, DENTAL, AND PUBLIC HEALTH GROUP |
Other Jobs at the GS-1 Paygrade
GS-1 is the starting paygrade for Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant jobs. Here are some other Federal Government jobs that can be held by employees at the GS-1 paygrade.
| Occupation | Occupation Category | Starting Paygrade | Maximum Paygrade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claims Assistance and Examining | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Electronics Technical | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Statistical Assistant | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Range Technician | Technical and Medical Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
| Property Disposal Clerical and Technician | Clerical and Administrative Support | GS-1 | GS-9 |
Average Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant Pay Trend from 2004 to 2020
In 2004, the average pay for a Rehabilitation Therapy Assistant was $37,872. Since then, the average pay has increased to $54,621 in 2020.
Data Sources
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The series code of this occupation is 0636.