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Mount Vernon, Washington

Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Physical TherapistPer Diem

Listed compensation

$33 - $37/hr

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Job Description

Join a team where Physical Therapist Assistants thrive. You are supported, developed, and empowered to deliver exceptional care!

At RET Physical Therapy, part of the Confluent Health Family, Physical Therapist Assistants practice in an environment built for high quality care, professional growth, and sustainable careers. We invest in our clinicians through mentorship, advanced tools, and clear development pathways so you can focus on what matters most: helping patients move better, feel better, and live better.

This is a PRN coverage position for our locations in our Northwest region (Bellingham, Burlington, Sedro-Woolley and Mt. Vernon).

  • RET PT has been caring for our community since 1973, and our team members are dedicated to the following:
  • Treating a variety of orthopedic conditions—pre/post-surgical, sports injuries, chronic pain, and more
  • Fostering a fun, family-like team culture that values teamwork, learning, and development
  • Providing encouragement and support for advanced board certifications (Orthopedics or Sports PT)

How RET PT Supports You

We offer a specific Professional Development Program (PDP) with a direct clinical mentor that helps you level up.

  • Fully paid trainings, certifications and education programs offered through Evidence in Motion (EIM)
  • AI enabled Clinical documentation which therapists report reduces documentation time by 90%
  • Comprehensive mentorship and career development
  • Leadership and talent development opportunities
  • 401(k) Employer Matching

Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality treatment under the direction of the Physical Therapist in an outpatient setting
  • Progress patients toward functional goals through evidence-based care
  • Build strong patient relationships and create a positive care experience
  • Communicate patient progress and clinical updates to the supervising PT
  • Complete timely, accurate documentation
  • Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing clinic environment

If you're looking for a PTA role where you're supported, challenged, and able to grow while still maintaining balance, this is the place to build your career.

Qualifications

Physical Therapist Assistant Requirements

  • Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant or ability to obtain licensure in the state of practice
  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
  • Passion for evidence-based, patient-centered care
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Desire to grow clinically and contribute to a high-performing team environment

About

Compensation: $33 - $37/hour

Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,. gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@goconfluent.com.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Orthopedic CarePatient CareEvidence-based PracticeSports Injury RehabilitationPost-surgical CareChronic Pain Management

Physical Therapist Career Context

In Washington, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$101k (568 salary observations; 1,166 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (14,787 salary observations; 56,350 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top contract/1099 PTA Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution11 jobs · 9 employers

5
<$80k
3
$80k-90k
2
$90k-100k
1
$105k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs · 9 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
Sign-on bonus
67%
CME allowance
42%
Relocation assistance
17%
Visa sponsorship
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

Physical Therapist Assistant ( PD)Per Diem

Interface Rehab · Murrieta, California

$38-$42/hr
#2

Home Health Physical Therapist Assistant

Center Well · Vancouver, Washington

$77k-$105k
#3

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Home Health

$29.6-$46.07/hr
#4

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

$34.02-$45.93/hr
+ 10 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 Mount Vernon

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$576k
Typical market rent
$2,345/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
102.4
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 · Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Confluent Health

Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists
Louisville, Kentucky
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

401(k) Employer Matching
Professional Development Program
Paid Trainings
Certifications
AI-Enabled Documentation
Mentorship