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Athens, Texas

Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient

Physical Therapist 8.0 Work-LifeNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$42k-$100k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 2mo ago

Job Description

Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Full-Time | Outpatient | 907 South Palestine Street, Athens, TX 75751

Athens Physical Therapy, a H2 Health company, is seeking a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient team in Athens, Texas.

If you're passionate about helping patients restore movement, improve function, and return to the activities they enjoy most, you'll find a rewarding opportunity in a collaborative environment that prioritizes exceptional patient care and professional growth.

Whether you're an experienced clinician or a new graduate eager to begin your career, you'll be supported by mentorship, continuing education, and the resources of a growing therapy organization.

At Athens Physical Therapy, you'll work with a diverse outpatient population and provide individualized, evidence-based care for patients recovering from orthopedic injuries, surgery, musculoskeletal conditions, balance impairments, and mobility limitations.

Our team is committed to creating meaningful patient experiences while helping individuals achieve their rehabilitation goals. As part of the H2 Health family, you'll enjoy the support of a larger clinical network while maintaining the community-focused feel that our patients value.

Your Role

  • Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and develop individualized plans of care.
  • Deliver evidence-based treatment interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, function, and overall quality of life.
  • Treat a variety of orthopedic, post-operative, musculoskeletal, and mobility-related conditions.
  • Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to achieve optimal outcomes.
  • Educate patients on injury prevention, wellness, and home exercise programs.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient progress and treatment outcomes.
  • Utilize Scribe AI-powered documentation technology to streamline documentation and maximize patient care time.
  • Utilize the Raintree EMR platform for documentation, scheduling, and patient management.
  • Work within a manageable caseload environment, typically targeting approximately 10-12 patient visits per day for full-time outpatient clinicians.
  • Contribute to a positive clinic culture focused on patient-centered care and clinical excellence.
  • Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
  • Provide skilled physical therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Implement individualized treatment plans to improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
  • Treat orthopedic, post-operative, musculoskeletal, and mobility-related conditions.
  • Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs and injury prevention strategies.
  • Accurately document patient progress and communicate treatment updates with the clinical team.
  • Utilize Scribe AI-powered documentation technology to streamline documentation and maximize patient care time.
  • Utilize the Raintree EMR platform for documentation, scheduling, and patient management.
  • Collaborate with Physical Therapists and support staff to support strong patient outcomes.
  • Contribute to a positive clinic culture focused on patient-centered care and clinical excellence.
  • Physical Therapist (PT)
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or equivalent legacy degree (MSPT/MPT/BPT) from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy program.
  • Current Texas Physical Therapist license or eligibility for licensure.
  • CPR certification or willingness to obtain as required.
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
  • Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
  • Current Texas Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for licensure.
  • CPR certification or willingness to obtain as required.
  • New graduates are encouraged to apply.
  • Competitive Compensation: PT $80,000 - $100,000 annually and PTA $20.00 - 30.00 per hour
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and paid holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Tuition loan reimbursement
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Additional voluntary benefit options
  • Workplace Experience & Perks
  • Monday-Friday schedule with work-life balance
  • Strong administrative support
  • Collaborative, patient-first culture
  • Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
  • H2U continuing education resources and live CEU opportunities
  • Employee recognition programs
  • Career advancement within the H2 Health family

If you’re looking for an organization that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional growth while empowering you to deliver exceptional patient care, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and build your career with H2 Health.

H2 Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive patient evaluations and deliver evidence-based treatment interventions to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members and maintain accurate documentation using Raintree EMR and Scribe AI technology.

Requirements

Requires a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree or an Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited program. Candidates must hold or be eligible for a Texas state license and possess CPR certification.

Key Skills

Patient evaluationOrthopedic rehabilitationMusculoskeletal treatmentPost-operative careMobility trainingStrength trainingBalance trainingEvidence-based practicePatient educationClinical collaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (770 salary observations; 4,963 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,786 salary observations; 56,355 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 Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $73k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient at H2 Health a 8.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$71k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

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401k / retirement match
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Sign-on bonus
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CME allowance
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Relocation assistance
20%
Loan repayment
10%

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.0
Among the best 10% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings for work-life

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

  • No weekends

Living in Athens

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$264k
Typical market rent
$1,227/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 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 H2 Health

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
401(k) with company match
Tuition Loan Reimbursement
Health Savings Account (HSA)