Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN
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Job Description
TherapySouth was founded in July 2006 by Steve Foster, PT, LAT. His vision was that TherapySouth would be a therapist-owned practice, specializing in "hands-on care, close to a patient's home or work". All of our clinics maintain a friendly atmosphere that helps patients feel at home in their surroundings.
Having several locations allows patients to conveniently attend physical therapy two to three times per week to improve their daily functions. We know our patients' names when they walk in the door of our clinics!
At TherapySouth, we are dedicated to keeping our Core Values at the forefront of our minds. We believe in:
- Perseverance
- Faith
- Family
- Compassion
- Integrity
- Service
- Giving
- Fitness
TherapySouth is looking for a talented team-player for our Staff Physical Therapist or Staff Physical Therapist Assistant opening. If being mentored by an experienced team of specialists in an outpatient ortho clinic interests you, please apply below!
The Staff Physical Therapist is responsible for evaluating, planning, and administering programs of physical therapy as requested by referring physician and as evidenced by the patient’s needs.
Essential Functions
1. Evaluate, prepare, and carry out individually designed programs of physical therapy treatment to maintain, improve or restore physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent dysfunction in patients.
2. Complete patient related documentation.
3. Supervise physical therapist assistants and supportive personnel for accurate and timely completion of delegated job tasks.
4. Flexibility in treating a varying daily patient load including evaluations, walk-ins and follow up visits.
5. Evaluate effects of treatment at various stages and adjust treatments to achieve maximum benefit.
6. Instruct patient and family in treatment procedures to be continued at home.
7. Perform other duties as required to meet the needs of the company.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) approved physical therapy program.
- A current license from the state Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.
- Duties require extensive standing and walking.
- Requires lifting, positioning, pushing, and/or transferring patients.
Company Provided Benefits
- Competitive pay with performance-based merit increases.
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance.
- Paid Time Off + Holidays.
- Retirement plan with company matching.
TherapySouth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Key Responsibilities
The role involves evaluating, planning, and administering physical therapy programs to restore physical function and alleviate pain. Responsibilities include completing patient documentation and instructing patients and their families on home treatment procedures.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Physical Therapy median $81k (middle half $66k–$110k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost of living | Alabama index 88.8 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Alabama | 240 active | 22,065 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN at Therapy South 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.
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