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MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy
Rochester Hills, Michigan

Contingent Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistPart-Time

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Job Description

MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy is expanding our exceptional team of therapy professionals! We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join our growing multi-disciplinary team and help us Reveal the Super in Every Child!

About MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

For over 20 years, MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy has been a leader in providing integrated pediatric therapy services throughout Southeast Michigan.

Our mission is to deliver evidence-based, intensive, multidisciplinary, and collaborative pediatric therapy that empowers children and their families to achieve their fullest potential.

Our neighborhood therapy centers make it easy for families to access a comprehensive approach to therapy, offering Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, ABA Therapy, and Feeding/Swallowing Therapy in one center.

Through play, acceptance, and joy, we embrace the complexities of each child, striving to create functional outcomes that enhance their quality of life.

Why Join Us?

Collaborative, Multidisciplinary Environment – Work alongside ABA, OT, PT, and feeding specialists all under one roof, enhancing holistic care and professional development.

Innovative, Evidence-Based Methods – We emphasize early intervention, intensive therapy, and play-based techniques to maximize neuroplasticity and long-term developmental success.

Support for Your Growth – Free CEUs, conference budget, research opportunities, and leadership pathways for those looking to advance within the company.

Achievable Productivity Goals & High Bonus Potential – Competitive salary plus a productivity bonus structure designed with clinicians in mind.

No Driving Required – Enjoy clinic-based services with small, manageable caseloads.

Your Impact

As a Physical Therapy Assistant at MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy, you will:

Support children in reaching developmental milestones and improving mobility through hands-on therapy sessions.

Collaborate closely with licensed physical therapists to deliver individualized treatment plans tailored to each child's needs.

Facilitate therapeutic exercises and play-based activities that enhance coordination, balance, and overall physical function.

  • Promote family involvement by educating caregivers on at-home therapeutic techniques and progress strategies.
  • Track and communicate patient progress, contributing to the refinement of treatment plans and goals.
  • Adapt equipment and toys to maximize child engagement and independence during therapy.
  • Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized therapy space to support effective treatment sessions.

Qualifications

  • Completion of a two-year Physical Therapy Assistant associate degree program
  • Physical Therapy Assistant licensure from the state of Michigan

Physical & Environmental Requirements

  • Active & Engaged Work – Kneeling, bending and playing at ground level.
  • Hands-On Support – Lifting up to 50+ lbs may be required.
  • Quick Reflexes – Ability to respond to behaviors such as elopement (running away) or aggressive actions.
  • Loud or Noisy Environments – Working with active children in dynamic settings.
  • Potential Exposure to Bodily Fluids – Assisting with hygiene or accidental incidents.
  • Clinic Location(s)

Locations seeking contingent coverage: Bloomfield Hills, Clarkston, Davison, Rochester Hills, Sterling Heights, Madison Heights, Roseville.

Status: Part-time

Work Schedule: Contingent coverage as needed

Compensation

After applying, a member of our recruiting team will call to review the pay range and opportunities for additional compensation through productivity bonuses. Compensation varies based on each clinician’s unique skills and experience.

  • Contingent Benefits
  • 401(k) with 4% match (fully vested after 90 days)
  • 529 college savings plan
  • Join Our Team!

If you're ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and their families while working with an incredible team of professionals, we want to hear from you! Apply today and become part of the MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy family, where we Reveal the Super in Every Child!

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of the recruiting and employment process.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapy Assistant will collaborate with licensed therapists to deliver individualized, play-based treatment plans to help children reach developmental milestones. They are responsible for tracking patient progress, educating caregivers on home techniques, and maintaining a safe, engaging therapy environment.

Key Skills

Patient progress trackingCaregiver educationTreatment planningCollaborationMobility improvementClinical documentation

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Michigan, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (47 salary observations; 296 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (3,697 salary observations; 12,524 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

Top PTA Jobs

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Work-Life Balance Distribution8 jobs · 5 employers

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Rochester Hills

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$404k
Typical market rent
$1,812/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
100.3
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Detroit-Warren-Dearborn, MI metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About MetroEHS Pediatric Therapy

Hospitals and Health Care
Plymouth, MI
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Free CEUs
Conference budget
Research opportunities
Leadership pathways
Productivity bonus structure
401(k) with 4% match (fully vested after 90 days)
529 college savings plan