Pediatric Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$33.3-$55.05/hr
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job description
Where kids and families are always first
At MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network, caring for kids is more than what we do — it’s our purpose. As the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound, we provide a comprehensive network of care designed specifically for children and adolescents.
Our vision is to be the safest, highest-quality place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and every family feels supported.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Clinic hours
Position Summary
This position is responsible for implementing physical therapy treatment plans and performs physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed physical therapist, applying current physical therapy concepts within the context of established methods and techniques. This position works under supervision. Work situations are of a routine nature but vary for day to day. This position requires a service-oriented individual, the use of discretion and good judgment, and attention to detail. Internal contacts occasionally include other patient services staff. External contacts are extensive with patients and may also include patient family and physicians.
Requirements
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Washington
Minimum one (1) year of experience in physical therapy in an adult acute care, orthopedic, neurology, gerontology, and/or oncology preferred
About Mary Bridge Children’s
For more than 70 years, MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network has cared for children and families across the South Sound. Anchored by an 82-bed pediatric hospital in Tacoma, Mary Bridge offers a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a 24-hour pediatric-only Emergency Department and a state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center.
As a comprehensive pediatric health network, Mary Bridge delivers expert, family-centered care across inpatient, outpatient and specialty services, supported by multidisciplinary teams dedicated to the unique needs of every child and family we serve.
Why Mary Bridge Children's?
Built for children and families
Delivering care designed specifically for kids and the families who support them, with a strong focus on family-centered care.
Award-winning care
Named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, earning this national recognition six times in the past eight years, with physicians consistently recognized on Top Doctors lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune.
Growing for the future
A new pediatric hospital and medical office building designed to support the future of children’s care.
Well-being and support
Generous time off, wellness resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $33.30 - $55.05 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Key Responsibilities
This position is responsible for implementing physical therapy treatment plans and performing treatments under the direction of a licensed physical therapist. The role involves working with pediatric patients in an outpatient setting while maintaining high standards of care and safety.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$92k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $86k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$92k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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