Physical Therapist Assistant – PRN
Job Description
About the Role
Join MedCare Pediatric as a Physical Therapy Assistant – Flexible Schedule, PRN in United States. At MedCare Pediatric, we’re committed to transforming lives through compassionate, patient-centered care. As a trusted provider of home health services, we bring therapy directly into homes, daycares, and schools—where patients feel safest and most supported.
Key Responsibilities
- Graduate from an accredited school program for Physical Therapy Assistant Texas Physical Therapy Assistant License (or able to option before anticipated start date) 1 year of experience.
Requirements
- Educates families on physical therapy techniques and collaborates with team members for comprehensive care.
- Administers therapy to improve functional abilities and independence Work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $35 - $40/hr
- 401(k) with employer match.
Work Schedule
- Per Diem position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join MedCare Pediatric as a Physical Therapy Assistant – Flexible Schedule, PRN.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant – PRN at MedCare Pediatric a 3.5 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Physical Therapy physical therapist 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.
Physical Therapy — Physical Therapist Career Context
This Physical Therapy position at MedCare Pediatric is open to physical therapist candidates.
Compensation Analysis
MedCare Pediatric lists compensation for this physical therapist position at $73k to $83k annually.
Location & Logistics
This position is based in Texas.
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physical therapist earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Transparent compensation ($73k–$83k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Range Of Motion, Strength Training, Mobility Improvement, Caregiver Training, Physical Therapy Techniques, Functional Abilities Improvement, Independence Improvement, Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Physical Therapy role.
Core responsibilities: The Physical Therapy Assistant will provide personalized, one-on-one physical therapy services, including range of motion, strength, mobility, and caregiver training, strictly following physician-approved plans. Responsibilities also include educating families on techniques and collaborating with in...
Benefits package: Flexible Schedule, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 401k Plan, CEU Reimbursement. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Physical Therapy physical therapist jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (2)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Per Diem
Posted
9d ago
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