Pays $35-$38/hr — Physical Therapist Assistant market median is ~$71k (649 jobs) · Above average in Physical Therapy for work-life (6.4/10, vs 19,850 in this specialty)
Physical Therapist Assistant
About the Role
Weekend coverage required. Flexible schedule. Competitive pay.
Join Reliant Rehabilitation as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Hueytown, Alabama. This will be a split PRN position between Baron House of Hueytown and Diversicare Bessemer. Need a PTA that can mostly cover Saturdays and Sundays consistently Why Join Reliant Rehabilitation?
Key Responsibilities
- Support patients in improving functional abilities and skills under the guidance of a licensed PT.
- Contribute to the development and sustainability of a robust physical therapy program.
- Advance clinical, professional, and leadership skills through collaboration, self-directed learning, and continuing education.
- Maintain a current and valid state license and stay informed on developments in physical therapy and healthcare.
Requirements
- Graduate of an APTA-accredited Physical Therapy program.
- Valid Physical Therapy Assistant state license.
- Please note rate range is an estimate and may vary based on skill set and location(s).
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary: $73K - $79K
- Student loan repayment assistance.
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Reliant Rehabilitation in Hueytown, Alabama.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapy — Physical Therapist Career Context
In Alabama, Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$83k across 387 listings, vs ~$92k nationally (44,875 listings).
Alabama's cost-of-living index is 88.0 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$76k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $86k in an average-cost state — Alabama ranks #3 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Reliant Rehabilitation a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapy — ranked against 19,850 active Physical Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.4/10 on work-life balance for Physical Therapist Assistant roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 649 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
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