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Ridgeland, Mississippi

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$33-$35/hr

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Job Description

If you’re a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who wants to empower patients to achieve meaningful outcomes through compassionate and patient-centered therapy—this is it.

In this role, you’ll provide physical therapy services to the adult/geriatric population, working closely with patients to improve independence, mobility, safety, and overall quality of life. You’ll have the opportunity to follow patient progress over time and deliver truly patient-centered care in a collaborative clinical environment.

Here’s your chance to focus on what matters most—quality outcomes, consistency of care, and clinical autonomy while making a meaningful difference every day.

Therapy Management Corporation (TMC) is a trusted therapy provider dedicated to delivering high-quality rehabilitation services while creating environments where clinicians feel supported, valued and empowered.

Why This Role Stands Out

Build meaningful relationships while helping individuals improve independence, mobility and overall quality of life

  • Enjoy flexible scheduling options and a supportive work environment designed to promote work-life balance
  • Provide personalized, patient-centered physical therapy focused on functional outcomes
  • Deliver high-quality care in a setting that values clinical excellence over high patient volume

Thrive in a collaborative, therapist-driven environment that encourages professional growth, mentorship and clinical autonomy

Responsibilities

Provide personalized physical therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist to help patients improve mobility, strength, balance and functional independence

Implement patient-centered treatment plans designed to support recovery, safety, pain management, and long-term rehabilitation goals

Deliver hands-on therapy interventions that enhance movement, endurance and overall quality of life for adult and geriatric patients

Partner with interdisciplinary teams, caregivers, and nursing staff to support strong patient outcomes and continuity of care

Maintain accurate clinical documentation, monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans based on individual rehabilitation needs

Qualifications

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive compensation
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Clinical autonomy
  • Supportive team environment
  • Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) or license eligible in the state of practice
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Interest or experience in geriatric rehabilitation or senior living therapy
  • Passion for patient-centered care and improving quality of life for older adults

About Therapy Management Corporation

Therapy Management Corporation (TMC) partners with skilled nursing facilities and senior living communities across the country to provide Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy services that enhance mobility, independence, and overall wellbeing for residents.

Our mission is simple: Support clinicians so they can deliver exceptional patient care.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Mobility improvementStrength trainingBalance trainingInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient assessment

Physical Therapist Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Mississippi is 87.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$71k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 61.9% of Mississippi clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Physical Therapy market look like in Mississippi?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$69k–$73kPhysical Therapy median $104k (middle half $90k–$120k)138 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$81k in purchasing powerMississippi index 87.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Physical Therapy listings in Mississippi138 active22,056 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About tmc

Hospitals and Health Care
Homosassa, FL
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation
Flexible scheduling
Clinical autonomy
Supportive team environment
Career growth opportunities

Living in Ridgeland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$238k
Typical market rent
$1,451/mo
Residents’ average commute
21 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.0
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 · Jackson, MS metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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