Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) -Full Time

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) -Full Time at FYZICAL a 4.3 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. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

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

This Physical Therapy position at FYZICAL 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.

This position is based in Yankton, South Dakota.

South Dakota has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a psychologist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Physical therapy, Patient care, Orthopedics, Balance rehabilitation, Vestibular rehabilitation, Therapeutic exercise, Patient education, Documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.

Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapist Assistant will carry out treatment plans developed by the supervising therapist and guide patients through therapeutic exercise programs. They are also responsible for educating patients on home exercise programs and documenting patient progress.

Benefits package: Medical insurance options, 100% employer-paid: dental, vision, life, and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match, Paid time off and holidays, Free CEUs through FYZICAL College, $1,000 salary increase for each completed certification track, $1,200 annual CEU reimbursement, Structured mentorship for PTAs within 24 months of graduation. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.