Physical Therapist Assistant
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Starting at $45
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Job Description
- Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Premier Pediatric Therapy
- Location: Houston, TX
- Position Type: PRN | Part-Time
- Schedule: Flexible
- Compensation: Starting at $45 per visit
At Premier Pediatric Therapy, we believe pediatric therapy should be engaging, meaningful, and centered on each child's unique journey. As a leading provider of in-home pediatric therapy services, we help children build strength, confidence, and independence while supporting families every step of the way.
We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who is passionate about working with children and wants to be part of a collaborative, supportive team.
New graduates are welcome, and mentorship is available to help you grow your skills and confidence in pediatric care.
Why Join Premier Pediatric Therapy
Whole-Child, Team-Based Care: Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to support each child's physical, emotional, and developmental growth
Supportive, Family-Oriented Culture: A positive environment built on teamwork, encouragement, and shared success
Professional Growth & Mentorship: Structured support for new graduates, CEU opportunities, and ongoing professional development
What You'll Do
Provide engaging, evidence-based physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Support children in improving strength, coordination, mobility, and participation in daily activities
- Communicate effectively with families, caregivers, and fellow clinicians to support carryover and progress
- Celebrate progress and contribute to positive therapy experiences for every child
What We're Looking For
- Active Texas Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license
- Pediatric experience preferred; new graduates encouraged to apply
- Compassionate, energetic, and child-centered approach
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-first mindset
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Flexible scheduling
- Referral bonuses
- Travel stipends
- Sign-on bonus $2000
CEU Stipend
Eligibility for stipends and bonuses is based on meeting required visit minimums and length of employment.
If you're looking for a supportive team that values growth, collaboration, and quality pediatric care, Premier Pediatric Therapy would love to connect with you.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. Premier Pediatric Therapy is an Equal Opportunity Employer for Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
Key Responsibilities
Provide evidence-based physical therapy services to children in their homes to improve strength, mobility, and daily participation. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and communicate effectively with families to support developmental progress.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active Texas Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license. While pediatric experience is preferred, new graduates are encouraged to apply.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$87k (475 salary observations; 4,033 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (9,235 salary observations; 46,867 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)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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