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Houston, Texas

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$26-$35/hr

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Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Orthopedics

Grow Your Physical Therapist Assistant Career with Us!

This is a PRN Opportunity in South Houston

At Rocky Mountain Spine and Sport Physical Therapy, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.

We’re hiring a PRN PTA who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.

  • Why Clinicians Choose Rocky Mountain Spine and Sport Physical Therapy
  • Competitive Physical Therapist Assistant salary: $26 to $35 / hour
  • Achievable monthly clinical bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
  • 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays

Structured Onboarding and Mentorship for New-grad PTAs

  • Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through Upstream - with annual allowance!
  • Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
  • Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients
  • A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
  • What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
  • Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
  • Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
  • Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Active Colorado PTA license (or eligibility)
  • A Better Place to Build Your PTA Career

When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.

Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you. With a network of over 1,200 clinics coast-to-coast across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in quality outcomes, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to reduce paperwork and give you more time for care.

You’ll be part of a fantastic group of clinicians who shape our culture, create a positive work environment, and know how to have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists choose to grow their careers with Upstream.

Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic

Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver hands-on, evidence-based physical therapy care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Collaborate with the clinical team to track patient progress and develop individualized treatment plans to improve mobility and function.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient careMobility trainingStrength trainingTreatment planningClinical documentationEvidence-based practice

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (259 salary observations; 1,531 listings), vs ~$93k nationally (4,705 salary observations; 16,929 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$63k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $65k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$63k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Pta Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution8 jobs

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$100k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution12 jobs · 8 employers

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#1

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)Per Diem

Healthpro Heritage · San Diego, California

$41-$45/hr
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Healthpro Heritage · Hillsboro, New Hampshire

$35-$42/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

$24.5-$30/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

$27.00/hr
+ 10 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

4.8/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$245k
Typical market rent
$1,542/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

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About Results Physiotherapy

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Nashville, TN
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive Salary
Monthly Clinical Bonus Program
100% Employer Paid Medical Health Insurance Premium Option
Dental and Vision Insurance
401k with Company Match
Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
Structured Onboarding and Mentorship
Continuing Education and CEU Opportunities