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Vetter Senior Living
Emerson, Nebraska

Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)-Emerson, NE

Physical TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

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Heritage of Emerson in Emerson, Nebraska, is seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals to join our team. We are committed to our mission of providing "Dignity in Life" through exceptional Quality Care and Quality of Life for every resident and patient we serve.

If you are passionate about helping others achieve their highest level of independence and well-being, this PRN Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity may be the perfect fit. As a valued member of our therapy team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day by working closely with residents, patients, families, guests, and fellow team members. Your dedication to outstanding care and service will help enhance the lives of those entrusted to us.

Qualifications

  • Current Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the State of Nebraska
  • Strong personal integrity and professionalism
  • Compassionate, resident-focused approach to care
  • Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork

At Heritage of Emerson, you'll work alongside a team of skilled and caring professionals in an environment that encourages learning, growth, and excellence. We believe in supporting our team members so they can continue doing what they do best every day.

What We Offer

  • Earned Wage Access
  • Student Loan Reimbursement
  • 401(k) Match Starting at 3%
  • Fun and Supportive Work Environment
  • State-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Services and Facility

As part of the Vetter Senior Living family, Heritage of Emerson is proud to be associated with an organization recognized as one of the 2026 Great Places to Work®.

Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others every day.

Key Responsibilities

Provide exceptional physical therapy services to residents and patients to help them achieve their highest level of independence. Collaborate with families, guests, and the therapy team to ensure high-quality care and resident well-being.

Key Skills

Patient CareClinical DocumentationCompassion

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)-Emerson, NE at Vetter Senior Living a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform.

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Nebraska, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$90k (31 salary observations; 220 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (9,596 salary observations; 51,209 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

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 Pta Jobs

7 matches · ranked by pay

Work-Life Balance Distribution7 jobs · 5 employers

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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millsboro Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy · Millsboro, Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Millville Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy · Millville, Delaware

$27-$35/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (SIGN ON BONUS) - Gurnee, IL

$21.63-$31.25/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Mobile/Home-Based Care

$840 per week
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Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Emerson

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$258k
Median resident rent
$703/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
86.5
State income tax
Up to 6.6%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Sioux City, IA-NE-SD metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

Earned Wage Access
Student Loan Reimbursement
401(k) Match Starting at 3%
Fun and Supportive Work Environment
State-of-the-Art Rehabilitation Services and Facility