Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistFull-Time

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Pediatrics

Grow Your Physical Therapist Assistant Career with Us!

At Beyond Therapy for Kids, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient Pediatric setting.

We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN PTAs who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.

  • Why Clinicians Choose Brand Name
  • 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
  • Dental and Vision insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays

Structured Onboarding and Mentorship for New-grad PTAs

  • Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through Upstream - with annual allowance!
  • Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
  • Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients
  • A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
  • What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist Assistant
  • Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
  • Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
  • Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
  • Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
  • Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Active Mississippi PTA license (or eligibility)
  • A Better Place to Build Your PTA Career

When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.

Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you. With a network of over 1,200 clinics coast-to-coast across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in quality outcomes, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to reduce paperwork and give you more time for care.

You’ll be part of a fantastic group of clinicians who shape our culture, create a positive work environment, and know how to have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists choose to grow their careers with Upstream.

Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic

Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.

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 deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans. Responsibilities also include tracking patient progress, collaborating with the clinical team, and fostering positive relationships with patients and providers.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient Progress TrackingCollaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant at Upstream Rehabilitation a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 7.2
Better work-life than 80% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

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

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About Upstream Rehabilitation

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Benefits & Perks

100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option
Dental and Vision insurance
401k with company match
Generous PTO and paid holidays
Structured onboarding and mentorship
Continuing education with annual allowance
Professional development pathways
Modern clinical technology