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Vetter Senior Living
Alliance, Nebraska

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Physical TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

Are you a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant who is passionate about helping others regain independence and improve their quality of life? Highland Park Care Center is seeking a dedicated PRN Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our therapy team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and patients.

At Highland Park Care Center, we are committed to enhancing lives through compassionate care, clinical excellence, and a culture centered on dignity, respect, and service. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive team that values collaboration, professional growth, and resident-centered care.

What You'll Do

  • Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
  • Assist residents and patients in achieving therapy goals that support mobility, strength, and independence.
  • Build positive relationships with residents, families, visitors, and fellow team members.
  • Accurately document treatment activities and patient progress.
  • Contribute to a welcoming and encouraging environment focused on exceptional outcomes.

Qualifications

  • Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the State of Nebraska.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to providing compassionate, resident-focused care.
  • Professional integrity and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

Why Join Highland Park Care Center?

We believe our team members are the foundation of the care we provide. When you join us, you'll become part of an organization that promotes learning, recognizes dedication, and supports personal and professional development.

Benefits Include

  • 401(k) with company match beginning at 3%
  • Supportive and engaging workplace culture
  • Opportunities to learn and grow within a respected senior care organization
  • The satisfaction of making a daily difference in the lives of others

Highland Park Care Center is proud to be part of the Vetter Senior Living family, recognized as one of the 2026 Great Places to Work®.

If you're looking for a flexible PRN opportunity where your skills and compassion can truly make an impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue enriching lives through quality care and meaningful connections.

Key Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist to help residents improve mobility and independence. Accurately document treatment activities and patient progress while building positive relationships with residents and their families.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Patient careClinical documentationMobility supportStrength trainingTeam collaboration

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Nebraska, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$91k (57 salary observations; 232 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 Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

6 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution5 jobs · 4 employers

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<$75k
0
$75k-80k
1
$80k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution6 jobs · 4 employers

0
1-2
0
3-4
1
5-6
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7-8
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9-10

Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing - Home Health - Full Time

Sanford Health · Omaha, Nebraska

$24-$38.5/hr
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millsboro Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy · Millsboro, Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millville Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$28-$34/hr
+ 4 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Alliance

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$215k
Median resident rent
$694/mo
Residents’ average commute
11 min
State income tax
Up to 6.6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Vetter Senior Living

Hospitals and Health Care
Elkhorn, NE
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) with company match beginning at 3%
Supportive and engaging workplace culture
Opportunities to learn and grow within a respected senior care organization