Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$45K - $65K
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Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Full-Time or Part-Time | Paducah, KY
Atlas Kids, an H2 Health company, is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our outpatient team. Whether you're an experienced PTA or a new graduate, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while growing your career in a collaborative, therapist-focused environment.
At Atlas Kids, you'll work with children with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, global developmental delay, neurological conditions, genetic disorders, and sensory-motor challenges. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to providing evidence-based, child-centered care that helps children build strength, confidence, mobility, and independence while supporting families every step of the way.
Your Role
Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist
Provide hands-on therapy focused on strength, balance, coordination, mobility, gait training, and gross motor development
Utilize engaging, play-based interventions to support participation, functional progress, and developmental milestone achievement
Collaborate with the supervising PT and interdisciplinary team to monitor patient outcomes and adjust interventions as appropriate
Educate and partner with families and caregivers to encourage carryover and continued success at home and in the community
- 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
- Manage a typical full-time outpatient caseload averaging approximately 10-12 patient visits per day
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinic and regulatory standards
- Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current Kentucky Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for licensure
- CPR certification or willingness to obtain as required
- Pediatric experience preferred but not required
- New graduates are encouraged to apply
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to family-centered care
- Competitive Compensation: $45,000 - $65,000 annually
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (benefits eligible for full-time employees)
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition loan reimbursement
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Additional voluntary benefit options
- Workplace Experience & Perks
- Flexible opportunity with consideration for full-time or part-time schedules
- Monday-Friday schedule with work-life balance
- Collaborative, patient-first culture
- Strong administrative and clinical support
- Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
- H2U continuing education resources and live CEU opportunities
- Employee recognition programs
- Career advancement opportunities within the H2 Health family
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary pediatric therapy team
If you're passionate about helping children reach developmental milestones, improve mobility, and gain confidence in their everyday lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and build your career with Atlas Kids and H2 Health.
H2 Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement treatment plans and provide hands-on therapy to children with various developmental and neurological conditions. They will also collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and educate families to ensure consistent progress and carryover of therapy goals.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program and possess a current Kentucky license or eligibility for one. Strong communication skills and a commitment to pediatric, family-centered care are required.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant 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.
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 8.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Kentucky is 90.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $61k in an average-cost state. 61.6% of Kentucky clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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