What PTA programs are in North Carolina?

NC has 13 CAPTE-accredited PTA programs distributed across the state. Community college programs offer excellent value. Programs near Duke/UNC are competitive; others are more accessible. PT Tech experience, especially at academic centers, helps admission.

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What Physical Therapy Technicians Do

PT Techs support Physical Therapists and PTAs in helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and chronic conditions.

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Patient Support

Assist patients with exercises, transfers, and mobility. Help with therapeutic equipment and modalities.

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Clinic Operations

Prepare treatment areas, maintain equipment, manage supplies, and ensure clean, safe environments.

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Documentation

Record patient progress, schedule appointments, and support administrative functions under PT supervision.

Where PT Techs Work in North Carolina

North Carolina offers diverse PT settings from major hospital systems to specialized sports medicine clinics.

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Outpatient Clinics

Private PT practices, orthopedic clinics, and multi-specialty centers.

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Hospitals

Acute care, inpatient rehab, and post-surgical recovery units.

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Sports Medicine

Athletic training facilities, sports rehab centers, and team clinics.

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Skilled Nursing

Long-term care facilities and home health agencies serving seniors.

North Carolina PT Tech Salary Data

NC PT Techs earn 13% above national average. Location significantly impacts pay.

Region	Salary Range	Notes
Metro North Carolina (Major metro areas)	$37K-$40K	Highest wages, urban centers
Suburban North Carolina (Suburban counties)	$32K-$37K	Balanced cost/salary
Central North Carolina (Central regions)	$29K-$34K	Growing healthcare sector
Rural North Carolina (Rural areas)	$27K-$31K	Lower COL, community focus

Top PT Tech Employers in North Carolina

These healthcare systems and facilities actively hire Physical Therapy Technicians across North Carolina.

Duke University Health System

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📍 Durham

📞 919-684-8111

#10 ranked hospital nationally

UNC Health

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📍 Chapel Hill/Statewide

📞 984-974-1000

State's largest system

Atrium Health (Advocate)

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📍 Charlotte

📞 704-355-2000

Major regional system

Wake Forest Baptist Health

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📍 Winston-Salem

📞 336-716-2011

Academic medical center

Vidant Health

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📍 Greenville/Eastern NC

📞 252-847-4100

Eastern NC leader

Novant Health

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📍 Charlotte/Statewide

📞 704-384-4000

Major NC health system

North Carolina PT Tech FAQs

Common questions about Physical Therapy Technician careers in North Carolina.

What makes the Research Triangle special for PT careers?

The Research Triangle (Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill) contains Duke (#10 nationally), UNC, and dozens of biotech companies within 30 miles. This concentration of academic medicine and healthcare innovation creates career opportunities unmatched in the Southeast.

How does Charlotte compare to the Triangle for PT careers?

Charlotte has grown rapidly with Atrium Health (now Advocate) anchoring healthcare. The market has more jobs in aggregate but less academic prestige. Charlotte pays similarly to the Triangle but with slightly lower cost of living. Both are excellent choices.

What makes Duke University Hospital exceptional for PT Techs?

Duke Hospital ranks #10 nationally, bringing world-class research and clinical care to NC. PT Techs at Duke gain academic medicine exposure—research protocols, complex cases, educational resources—comparable to top northeastern institutions but with Southern cost of living.

Is there opportunity in rural North Carolina?

Yes, with incentives. Eastern and western NC face healthcare worker shortages. Rural hospitals recruit with signing bonuses and loan forgiveness. The coastal region (Wilmington area) and mountain region (Asheville) offer lifestyle appeal with healthcare opportunity.

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