Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant - Texas Spine and Joint Hospital
Listed compensation
$30-$37/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Integrity Rehab Group is an industry leading therapy management company that partners with physician practices across the nation. In partnering with BaylorScott & White/Texas Spine and Joint Hospital we have become a preferred orthopedic therapy service provider to the Tyler, TX community.
To further support the needs of this community, we are looking to add an Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant to our team that is committed to providing a remarkable patient experience through advancing our vision of coordinating patient-centered care with an emphasis on comprehensive evidence-based treatment.
This is enhanced through building integral relationships with our physician partners. Together, we strive to provide exceptional patient outcomes and a positive atmosphere for patient healing while promoting a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Competitive Hourly Rate: $30-37/hour
Company Benefits
Annual continuing education benefit $1500, Free MedBridge subscription, new therapist mentorship, and flexible work schedules
- A comprehensive benefits package with PTO, holiday pay, health/pharmacy/dental/vision, 401k match
- Opportunities for physician interaction including clinic shadowing and surgery observation
- Therapy license renewal reimbursement
- Leadership development coursework and mentorship
- Life Insurance: will cover 1 x your base salary
- Voluntary Short –Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
Employee Assistance Program that provides support, resources, and information for personal and work-life issues
Requirements
- Current or pending Texas PTA license
- Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program
CPR Certified
Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment to patients in an outpatient setting. They will coordinate patient-centered care while building integral relationships with physician partners to ensure exceptional outcomes.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (809 salary observations; 5,322 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,367 salary observations; 58,963 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 ~$70k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $72k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $62k–$77k | Physical Therapy median $67k (middle half $66k–$69k)22 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Texas vs national | $88k median in Texas | $94k nationally (−6%)809 state / 15,367 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$72k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Texas | 2,092 active | 22,069 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas Physical Therapist listings: 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment2,259 active listings, Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$70k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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