Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at 3DPT a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

This Physical Therapy position at 3DPT is open to physical therapist candidates.

3DPT lists compensation for this physical therapist position at $55k to $70k annually.

This position is based in Dallas, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physical therapist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Patient Experience, Solution-Oriented, Self-Motivated, Positive Energy, Growth Mindset, Clinical Excellence. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide quality care to a limited number of patients daily (9-11) in an outpatient setting, focusing on achieving 5-star patient experiences. The role emphasizes clinical excellence and maintaining a human-centered schedule to prevent burnout.

Benefits package: Quarterly Bonuses, CEU Allowance, Professional Membership Reimbursement, Team Lunches, Retention Bonus. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.