Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$25-30 per hour
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Company Description
Star Physical Therapy Services is a group of outpatient physical therapy clinics with ten locations across the suburbs and outskirts of Houston, Texas. Founded in 1991, our number one priority has been taking great care of our patients. We strive to provide individualized treatment with hands-on, compassionate therapy.
Our philosophy is to provide the highest quality therapy through personalized care and education. We support creative and individualized intervention, and our personalized approach ensures patient comprehension and enhances proper treatment progression to secure the best outcome for our patients.
Our highly trained staff treats every patient as one of our own. Join our work family and grow with us!
Job Description
Star Physical Therapy Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to deliver high-quality outpatient rehabilitation services at our clinic located in Cypress, Texas. The Physical Therapist Assistant implements treatment plans, provides hands-on care, educates patients, and supports clinic operations while promoting excellent clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Patient Care
- Carry out physical therapy treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist
- Provide therapeutic exercises, neuromuscular re-education, gait training, balance training, and functional activities
- Administer approved modalities (e. g., heat, ice, e-stim, ultrasound, traction) per PT direction
- Monitor patient response to treatment and report progress, concerns, or changes to the supervising PT
- Ensure patient safety at all times during treatment sessions
- Provide patient education on exercises, posture, body mechanics, and home exercise programs
- Documentation
- Complete, accurate, timely, and compliant daily treatment notes
- Document objective measures, patient response, and functional progress
- Communicate clearly with the supervising PT regarding patient status and goals
- Clinic Operations
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment area
- Assist with equipment setup, breakdown, and basic maintenance
- Support clinic flow by managing time effectively and staying on schedule
- Collaborate with front-office staff and therapy team to ensure smooth patient experiences
- Professional Conduct
- Maintain ethical and professional behavior in accordance with state and federal regulations
- Comply with all clinic policies, HIPAA regulations, and payer guidelines
- Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as required
- Preferred
- Outpatient orthopedic experience
- Experience with manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercise progression
- Familiarity with EMR documentation systems
- Spanish-speaking (preferred but not required)
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout the clinic for extended periods
- Ability to lift, assist, and transfer patients as needed (up to 50 lbs)
- Manual dexterity for hands-on treatment techniques
Work Environment
- Outpatient orthopedic clinic
- Moderate to high patient volume
- Team-based, collaborative setting
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Current Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of practice
- CPR/BLS certification
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced outpatient environment
Additional Information
- At Star Physical Therapy Services, we believe in fostering a rewarding and supportive work environment. We offer:
- Compensation of $25-30 per hour
- Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership
- Employee discount plans
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Family-friendly work environment
- Investment from a company that wants you to succeed and thrive
Compensation: USD 25 - USD 30 - hourly
Key Responsibilities
Implement physical therapy treatment plans and provide hands-on care, including therapeutic exercises and modalities, to outpatient orthopedic patients. Responsible for documenting patient progress and educating patients on home exercise programs to ensure optimal clinical outcomes.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Texas, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$88k (770 salary observations; 4,962 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,787 salary observations; 56,350 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$57k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $59k in an average-cost state. 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant at US Physical Therapy 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.
Location & Logistics
Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$57k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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