No salary listed — similar Physical Therapist Assistant roles pay ~$70k (median of 103 jobs)
7.2/10 work-life score · Top 25% in Physical Therapy — ranked against 20,105 active roles in this specialty
Physical Therapist Assistant
About the Role
Full-time or PRN. Flexible schedule. Loan repayment. Work under a licensed PT. Help patients recover. No salary listed—apply to find out.
Join Reliant Rehabilitation as a Physical Therapist Assistant – Flexible Schedule, Loan Repayment in Mitchell, South Dakota, United States. Overview This position may be offered as a Full-Time or PRN opening, depending on several factors. Please apply, and a member of our team will reach out to discuss available options.
Key Responsibilities
- Support patients in improving functional abilities and skills under the guidance of a licensed PT.
- Contribute to the development and sustainability of a robust physical therapy program.
- Advance clinical, professional, and leadership skills through collaboration, self-directed learning, and continuing education.
- Maintain a current and valid state license and stay informed on developments in physical therapy and healthcare.
Requirements
- Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program
- Valid Physical Therapy Assistant state license Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).
Benefits & Compensation
- Student loan repayment assistance.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Reliant Rehabilitation in Mitchell, South Dakota, United States.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for South Dakota is 88.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 58.2% of South Dakota clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.9% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Reliant 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 Therapy — ranked against 20,105 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
South Dakota has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 7.2/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist Assistant roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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