Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) / Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
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/yr Salary: $42K–$114K
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Job Description
- Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) / Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
- Jacksonville, TX | Surrounding Areas
- Estimated Annual Salary: $42,000 - $114,000
- Make a Difference One Visit at a Time
Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health is hiring Physical Therapists (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) to provide in-home Physical Therapy services for pediatric patients.
Whether you are an experienced Physical Therapist, a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant, or a clinician passionate about pediatric Physical Therapy, this role offers the opportunity to deliver one-on-one care while helping children reach their full potential.
As a Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you will play a vital role in improving mobility, independence, and quality of life through meaningful Physical Therapy interventions.
Angels of Care is a clinician-owned and operated organization that has proudly served the medically fragile community since 2000. We are guided by our values: Heart, Advocacy, Love, Outreach, and Speed (#HALOS).
Why Join Angels of Care?
- Meaningful, patient-centered care in the home and community
- Flexible scheduling (full-time and part-time options)
- Supportive, clinician-led culture
- Ongoing mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities
- CEU and professional license reimbursement
- Strong clinical support and collaboration
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community
- What You’ll Do
- Provide evidence-based Physical Therapy in the home and community
- Perform evaluations, reassessments, and develop treatment plans (Physical Therapist / PT)
- Implement treatment plans under supervision (Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA)
- Deliver interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and functional independence
- Support pediatric patients in developing or regaining physical, neurological, and functional skills
- Educate and empower families and caregivers for daily carryover
- Coordinate care with physicians and referral partners
- Develop and instruct home exercise programs
- Document all care and services in an EMR system
- Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards
Qualifications
Required
- Active Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license (Texas)
- Current CPR certification
Preferred
- At least 1+ year of pediatric or home health Physical Therapy experience
- Experience working with medically complex children
Schedule & Flexibility
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available for Physical Therapists (PT) and Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA)
- Flexible scheduling based on availability and caseload
- Community-based Physical Therapy services within assigned service areas
- Comprehensive Benefits Package
- We offer a competitive compensation and benefits program designed to support your success:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Short- and long-term disability
- CEU reimbursement
- Professional license reimbursement
- Tablet provided for documentation
- Flexible scheduling
- Ongoing training, mentorship, and support
- Employee perks including gym membership discounts
- Annual car giveaway
- Referral bonus program
Our Mission
We provide children and young adults with high-quality home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and professionalism.
Our Vision
- To be recognized as the leading pediatric home health provider in the communities we serve.
- Our Values (#HALOS)
- Heart – Patients are at the center of everything we do
- Advocacy – We champion our patients, clinicians, and families
- Love – We foster a culture of support and care
- Outreach – We give back to our communities
- Speed – We respond quickly to meet patient needs
- U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Information
Individuals seeking employment at Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.
Must submit a resume to be considered for this position
Key Responsibilities
Provide evidence-based physical therapy services to pediatric patients in their homes and community settings. Develop and implement treatment plans while coordinating care with families and physicians to improve patient mobility and functional independence.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Pediatric Physical Therapist (PT) / Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health 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.
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $80k 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.2 / 10 · top 25% in physical therapist assistant | ranked against 4,946 Physical Therapist Assistant listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $42k–$114k | Pediatrics median $78k (middle half $69k–$91k)11 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$80k in purchasing power | Texas index 97.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Pediatrics listings in Texas | 121 active | 471 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Texas physical therapist listings (all specialties): 19% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 17% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Pediatrics listings | 1,154 in the last 30 days | 752 the 30 days before (+53%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Pediatrics pay trend | +11.4% vs prior quarter | —through 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 ~$78k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$5k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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