Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Physical Therapist AssistantPer Diem

Listed compensation

$69K–$77K /yr

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Posted 3mo ago · Verified live

Job Description

Join a team where Physical Therapist Assistants thrive. You are supported, developed, and empowered to deliver exceptional care!

At RET Physical Therapy, part of the Confluent Health Family, Physical Therapist Assistants practice in an environment built for high quality care, professional growth, and sustainable careers. We invest in our clinicians through mentorship, advanced tools, and clear development pathways so you can focus on what matters most: helping patients move better, feel better, and live better.

This is a PRN coverage position for our locations in our Northwest region (Bellingham, Burlington, Sedro-Woolley and Mt. Vernon).

  • RET PT has been caring for our community since 1973, and our team members are dedicated to the following:
  • Treating a variety of orthopedic conditions—pre/post-surgical, sports injuries, chronic pain, and more
  • Fostering a fun, family-like team culture that values teamwork, learning, and development
  • Providing encouragement and support for advanced board certifications (Orthopedics or Sports PT)

How RET PT Supports You

We offer a specific Professional Development Program (PDP) with a direct clinical mentor that helps you level up.

  • Fully paid trainings, certifications and education programs offered through Evidence in Motion (EIM)
  • AI enabled Clinical documentation which therapists report reduces documentation time by 90%
  • Comprehensive mentorship and career development
  • Leadership and talent development opportunities
  • 401(k) Employer Matching

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality treatment under the direction of the Physical Therapist in an outpatient setting
  • Progress patients toward functional goals through evidence-based care
  • Build strong patient relationships and create a positive care experience
  • Communicate patient progress and clinical updates to the supervising PT
  • Complete timely, accurate documentation
  • Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing clinic environment

If you're looking for a PTA role where you're supported, challenged, and able to grow while still maintaining balance, this is the place to build your career.

Physical Therapist Assistant Requirements

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant or ability to obtain licensure in the state of practice
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Passion for evidence-based, patient-centered care
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Desire to grow clinically and contribute to a high-performing team environment
  • About
  • Compensation: $33 - $37/hour

Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,. gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@goconfluent.com.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Orthopedic CarePatient CareEvidence-based PracticeSports Injury RehabilitationPost-surgical CareFunctional Goal Setting

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$99k (467 salary observations; 1,260 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (12,385 salary observations; 67,385 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$35k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $33k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Washington?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score7.2 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapist assistantranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$33k–$37kPhysical Therapy median $76k (middle half $70k–$83k)20 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Washington vs national$99k median in Washington$94k nationally (+6%)467 state / 12,385 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$33k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Washington501 active21,954 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedWashington physical therapist listings (all specialties): 34% state a sign-on bonus (median $9k) · 24% offer loan repayment520 active listings, Nov 2026
New Physical Therapy listings7,906 in the last 30 days4,367 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Physical Therapy pay trend+1.6% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN at RET Physical Therapy & Healthcare Specialists a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$35k midpoint, that is roughly $1k–$2k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

11 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

10 jobs
4
<$75k
1
$78k
3
$80k-85k
2
$85k-90k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

10 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
60%
Sign-on bonus
20%
Relocation assistance
20%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - full-time

BJC HealthCare · Florissant, Missouri

$24.71-$41.03/hr
#2

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

EmpowerMe Wellness · Kent, Washington

$33-$41/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant | Adult Rehabilitation

$26.74-$40.11/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$33-$40/hr
+ 9 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

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

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About RET Physical Therapy & Healthcare Specialists

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Bellevue, Washington
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) Employer Matching
Professional Development Program
Paid trainings and certifications
AI-enabled clinical documentation
Mentorship and career development

Living in Mount Vernon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$576k≈ 17.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,402/mo≈ 87% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.