Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Scottsbluff

Independence Rehab

11 days ago

Scottsbluff, Nebraska$31 - $35/hrFull TimePhysical Therapy

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Independence Rehab as a Physical Therapist Assistant – $31-35/hr – Flexible Schedule in United States.

Key Responsibilities

will be challenged every day! Guiding residents through mobility milestones - first steps, safe transfers, returning home Leading gait, balance, strengthening, and functional training sessions Helping reduce fall risk and build confidence with daily activities Collaborating closely with your PT to adjust care plans Working alongside nursing, OT, and speech to support whole-person recovery Celebrating small wins that matter deeply to patients and families Why Therapists Choose Independence Rehab We're a small, therapist-owned company that runs therapy operations independently - meaning we advocate for clinicians and protect clinical judgment.

manage Stable leadership with low management turnover Autonomy in clinical decision-making Protection from.

Requirements

we're actively interviewing.

Benefits & Compensation

Salary: $31 - $35/hr

17.5 days PTO.

CME allowance: $750.

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Flexible scheduling available.

Apply to join Independence Rehab as a Physical Therapist Assistant – $31-35/hr – Flexible Schedule.

Key Skills

Geriatric CareMobility TrainingGait TrainingBalance TrainingStrengtheningFunctional TrainingFall Risk ReductionClinical ReasoningCare Plan AdjustmentCollaborationMentorshipDocumentation Training

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Scottsbluff at Independence Rehab a 4.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Physical Therapy psychologist listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

Physical Therapy — Psychologist Career Context

This Physical Therapy position at Independence Rehab is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Compensation Analysis

Independence Rehab lists compensation for this psychologist position at $31k to $750k annually.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $750000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Scottsbluff, Nebraska.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Geriatric Care, Mobility Training, Gait Training, Balance Training, Strengthening, Functional Training, Fall Risk Reduction, Clinical Reasoning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist Assistant will treat a medically complex geriatric population, guiding residents through mobility milestones, functional training, and fall risk reduction activities. This role involves close collaboration with the Physical Therapist and other healthcare team members to adjust...

Benefits package: Highest Average Hourly Pay in Area, Realistic Productivity Expectations (85-90%), Flexible Work Scheduling, Stable Leadership, Clinical Autonomy, Up to 3.5 Weeks PTO, Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision, Continuing Education Reimbursement ($750/year). A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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