Physical Therapist Assistant (Pediatric)
Listed compensation
$58k-$73k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- No weekends
Job description
Are you ready to have fun at work? Leaps and Bounds Pediatric Therapy is excited to find someone to join our Physical Therapy team! We support our coworkers by helping them, working together, and by creating an environment of inclusiveness and positivity.
Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy is a multidisciplinary outpatient private practice in need of a licensed Certified Physical Therapist Assistant. We are a growing and fast-paced campus that offers Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy services in a traditional clinical setting, as well as on our ranch, with the incorporation of the horse as part of a comprehensive evidence-based plan (hippotherapy.)
At Leaps & Bounds, the family is at the center of our mission, we work together to help children reach their therapy goals and improve the quality of life for our families. We celebrate all abilities and advocate for the children we serve. We are appreciative of the opportunity we have to make a positive impact on our communities by providing families with quality care.
If you are looking for opportunities of professional and personal growth, this is the place for you! We are rapidly expanding and are located in Norco & Corona! Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy provides employees with substantial support and training, including continuing education opportunities. We highly encourage collaboration between all three disciplines, to help our children reach their full potential.
Join our team! Together, we can continue to help children grow by Leaps & Bounds!
Physical Therapist Assistant Job Duties:
Help patient accomplish goals outlined in treatment plan and effective use of therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises; instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as therapeutic exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities and in using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
Administer physical therapy treatment applying physical agents, electrical stimulation.
Evaluate effects of physical therapy treatments and fit of prosthetic and orthotic devices by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommending adjustments and modifications in conjunction with primary physical therapist.
Assure continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs; instructing patients, families, and caregivers in home exercise programs; recommending and/or providing assistive equipment with primary physical therapist.
Document patient care services by charting in patient and department records, according to the law.
Maintain patient confidence and protects clinic operations by keeping information confidential, according to the law.
Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
Comply with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating future legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions.
Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results, as needed.
The compensation range varies based on experience, $58,240- $72,800.00/a year.
With opportunities for WEEKLY bonuses!
Benefits Include
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
401k with a 4% match
Accruing PTO
6 paid holidays
Sick days
Student Loan Reimbursement
Productivity bonus structure
Continuing education reimbursement.
Weekly meetings with your supervisor and department for ongoing support and collaboration.
There are substantial in-house opportunities for growth and development, as well as collaboration with our dynamic team.
Casual Fridays
Fun company events
Requirements
Possess a valid California PTA License
Pediatric experience a plus!
Clear Livescan
TB Test
CPR Healthcare Provider Card
Availability must include until 7pm during weekdays
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Flexibility
Be a Strong-Team Player
Have a desire to continue to grow as a professional
Regularly stand, bend, stoop, lift and move intermittently during shifts
Must be able to lift up to 50lbs.
Must be able to push or pull wheeled equipment over 100lbs.
Check out our social media and see all the fun things we do:
https://www. instagram. com/leapspedstherapy/
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant will administer manual exercises and therapeutic treatments to help pediatric patients achieve their goals. They are also responsible for documenting patient care, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with the primary physical therapist to adjust treatment plans.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (Pediatric) at Leaps & Bounds Pediatric Therapy a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Pediatrics physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Of the 30 active Pediatrics listings this role was benchmarked against, 43% are remote, 23% have no call, 33% require no weekends.
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$66k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $59k in an average-cost state. 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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