Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$70k-$100k

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant

A great healthcare facility located near Sparks, Nevada, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join its Home Health team.

Offering $70,000 - $100,000/annually + Sign-on Bonus

Physical Therapist Assistant Opportunity

  • Full-Time, Permanent, Direct-Hire
  • Schedule: Monday – Friday
  • Setting: Home Health

Offers a comprehensive and robust benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Physical coverage, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan, Employee Assistance Program, Mileage Reimbursement, and much more

Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities

Provide direct physical therapy according to the directions of the Physical Therapist and in accordance with the physician’s plan of care.

Assess the patients' living space to identify fall hazards and provide specific, actionable recommendations to improve safety and accessibility.

Teach patients and their families how to safely execute daily exercises and manage chronic conditions.

Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications

  • Must have an active BLS certification or be able to obtain one upon hire
  • Must be a graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program

Must have a Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Nevada or an eligible compact license upon hire

Surrounding Locations and Community

This close-knit town is nestled between the Sierra Nevada Mountains and Lake Tahoe, making it one of the most beautiful locations in Northwestern Nevada. It’s a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering stunning landscapes and numerous recreational activities.

The community features safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, and a strong focus on community engagement. It’s an ideal place to raise a family, and with its proximity to Reno, Nevada, you'll have access to everything you need.

Key Responsibilities

Provide direct physical therapy services according to the physician's plan of care and assess patient living environments for safety hazards. Educate patients and their families on daily exercises and the management of chronic health conditions.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of a Physical Therapy Assistant program and hold an active license in Nevada or an eligible compact license. An active BLS certification is also required upon hire.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient assessmentFall hazard identificationSafety recommendationsChronic condition managementHome health care

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Nevada is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$85k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $85k in an average-cost state. 57.5% of Nevada clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Ironside Human Resources holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 129 active listings.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Ironside Human Resources a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Physical Therapist Assistant — ranked against 4,946 active Physical Therapist Assistant listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Location & Logistics

Nevada has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$85k midpoint, that is roughly $3k–$6k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top PTA Jobs

7 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution7 jobs · 6 employers

3
<$75k
2
$75k-85k
0
$85k-95k
2
$95k-105k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution7 jobs · 6 employers

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1-2
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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant

Ironside Human Resources · Reno, Nevada

$70k-$100k
#2

Physical Therapist Assistant

Amedisys · West Bridgewater, Massachusetts

$47/hr
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant ( FT)

$36-$40/hr
#4

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

$31.00 - $37.00 per hour
+ 5 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.0
Better work-life than 60% of Physical Therapist Assistant listings

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

  • No weekends

Living in Sparks

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$506k≈ 7.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,140/mo≈ 37% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
101.0
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 · Reno, NV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Ironside Human Resources

Staffing and Recruiting
Dallas, Texas
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Sign-on Bonus
Medical, Dental, and Physical Coverage
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Mileage Reimbursement