Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
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Job Description
We are looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient team in a casual capacity!
The PTA provides physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, treat patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions. Evaluates home environment for hazards or barriers to more independent living, identifies equipment needs, participates in the development of the total plan of care and develops treatment programs establishing goals for improved function.
What You Will Need
- Active PTA license in good standing with the state of Wyoming
- CPR certification (we will provide, if needed)
- Valid driver's license
What We Offer
- Flexible schedule
- 401k with match
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid CEUs
- Computer and supplies
Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a background check and drug screen
Key Responsibilities
Provide physical therapy services including exercise, massage, and gait training under the supervision of a physical therapist. Develop treatment programs and evaluate home environments to improve patient function and independence.
Requirements
Must possess an active PTA license in good standing with the state of Wyoming and a valid driver's license. CPR certification is required, though the employer can provide it if needed.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
The cost-of-living index for Wyoming is 92.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.2% of Wyoming clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) at Caring Edge a 7.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 5% in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc.
Location & Logistics
Wyoming has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.
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Listing-based score, 0–10, across 4,946 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.
Living in Cheyenne
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $372k
- Typical market rent
- $1,532/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 16 min
- Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
- 96.5
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
BEA 2024 · Cheyenne, WY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.