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Functional Pathways
Huntsville, Alabama

PRN Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical TherapistPer Diem

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Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Redstone Village - Huntsville, AL 35803Position Type: PRNJoin Our Team at Redstone Village in Huntsville, AL! Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) seeking a rewarding career opportunity? Look no further! Redstone Village in Huntsville, AL, invites you to join our dynamic therapy team as a PRN Physical Therapist Assistant.

About Us

Redstone Village is a premier senior living community located in a prime location in Huntsville, AL. The facility is in close proximity to the renowned U.S. Space & Rocket Center, offering a unique opportunity for residents and staff to engage in educational and recreational activities.

With its state-of-the-art therapy department and commitment to providing exceptional care, joining the therapy team at Redstone Village allows individuals to make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors while working in a vibrant and dynamic environment that celebrates personal growth and professional development.

Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!

Qualifications

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.

Qualifications

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations. Active state license required.

Excellent organizational and time management skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines. Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure.

Screening requirements may vary by location. **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.

Employment decisions and actions will be administered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, veteran status, gender, disability, or any other classification protected by law.

Key Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will implement the plan of care established by the RPT and physician to provide high-quality therapy services. They are responsible for maintaining professional standards and ensuring excellent care for residents within the facility.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an Associate degree in a Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution. Additionally, they must possess an active state license and meet all required certifications and screenings.

Key Skills

Patient CareClinical DocumentationOrganizational SkillsWritten CommunicationRehabilitation

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

8 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution6 jobs

3
<$80k
2
$80k-90k
1
$96k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution8 jobs · 6 employers

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

Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant (Inpatient) - Acute Rehab Therapies (Full-Time, Days)

Enloe Health · Chico, California

$34.02-$45.93/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Center Well · Peachtree City, Georgia

$64k-$88k
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (FT)

$38-$42/hr
#4

Physical Therapist Assistant

$30-$36/hr
+ 6 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 4.8
Better work-life than 50% 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 Huntsville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$272k
Typical market rent
$1,330/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
93.1
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Huntsville, AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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