Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – PRN / Part-Time
Production pay · no annual figure stated
$55/visit
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Job Description
- BrightStar Care Rio Grande Valley
- Location: Mid-Valley, TX – Mercedes, Weslaco, Edcouch-Elsa, Elsa, Donna, Alamo & Surrounding Areas
- Compensation: $55 per visit (4 units)
Job Summary
BrightStar Care Rio Grande Valley is seeking compassionate, dependable, and motivated Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) to join our growing home health team.
We are looking for licensed PTAs interested in PRN or part-time opportunities serving both adult and pediatric patients throughout the Mid-Valley area.
Flexible scheduling is available, with a particular need for therapists who can accommodate afternoon and evening appointments for school-aged pediatric patients.
Position Details
- Employment Type: PRN / Part-Time ONLY
- Pay: $55 per visit (4 units)
- Service Areas: Mercedes, Weslaco, Edcouch-Elsa, Donna, Alamo, and surrounding communities.
- Patient Population: Adults and Pediatrics
- Scheduling: Morning, afternoon, and evening availability
- Preferred Availability: After-school hours for pediatric patients
Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is responsible for providing selected physical therapy interventions in accordance with physician orders and the established Plan of Care (POC), under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT).
Responsibilities Include
- Provide quality patient care and physical therapy interventions within the PTA scope of practice.
- Follow the established Plan of Care and physician orders.
- Collaborate with the Physical Therapist and other healthcare team members to promote positive patient outcomes.
- Maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Complete accurate, detailed, and timely electronic documentation.
- Monitor patient progress and communicate changes or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and professionalism during patient visits.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Current, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the State of Texas.
- Must be comfortable treating both adult and pediatric patients.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Valid driver's license.
- Reliable transportation and current auto insurance.
- Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screening.
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
Why Join BrightStar Care?
- Competitive compensation of $55 per visit (4 units).
- Weekly pay.
- Flexible PRN and part-time scheduling.
- Electronic documentation system with training provided.
- Supportive clinical team.
- Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adult and pediatric patients.
- Flexible scheduling to help accommodate your availability.
Equal Opportunity Employer & Visa Sponsorship
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or based on disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
We welcome qualified candidates requiring employment-based visa sponsorship, including Employment-Based Green Card (PERM/I-140), H-1B transfers, TN Visas, and individuals with previously approved I-140 petitions seeking Green Card Sponsorship.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a current, unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant license in the State of Texas and possess a valid driver's license. Additionally, applicants are required to have current CPR/BLS certification and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (628 salary observations; 5,448 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (11,898 salary observations; 60,349 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 Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Texas vs national | $88k median in Texas | $94k nationally (−6%)628 state / 11,898 national salary observations |
| Cost of living | Texas index 97.1 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Texas | 1,985 active | 21,557 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas Physical Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $8k) · 17% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Physical Therapy listings | 7,629 in the last 30 days | 4,305 the 30 days before (+77%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Physical Therapy pay trend | +1.5% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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