Physical Therapist Assistant
Listed compensation
$26-$31/hr
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Now Hiring: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Make a lasting impact on young lives—help children reach their full potential!
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Position Type: Full-Time M-F Hours: Vary
Wage: $26.00 – $31.00 per hour
Driving Required | Open Until Filled
Position Summary
We’re looking for a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who’s passionate about early childhood development and making a real difference. You'll help children reach their physical potential through individualized therapy programs and age-appropriate techniques. This is more than a job—it’s a mission!
Key Responsibilities
Support implementation of personalized therapeutic plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
Assist in helping children improve motor function and physical capabilities
Provide center-based and home-based services
Maintain accurate documentation and participate in required training
Work professionally with colleagues, families, and interdisciplinary teams
Support a positive and inclusive environment for all children and families
Travel locally/statewide as needed to deliver services
Follow all safety, health, and documentation procedures
Qualifications
Education/Experience: Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program
Licenses/Certifications: License or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant with the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department: New Mexico Physical Therapy Board and work under the supervision of a licensed PT.
Background Checks
General Background Check
NM Department of Health Fingerprinting
Driving Record (MVR)
(Other federal-level clearances not required for this position)
What We’RE Looking For
Compassionate and team-oriented mindset
Strong communication and documentation skills
Professionalism and reliability
Respect for diversity and cultural inclusivity
Willingness to learn, grow, and support a child-focused mission
Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus, but not required
Why Join Us?
Be part of a passionate and mission-driven team
Make a direct impact on the lives of children and families
Work in a supportive, inclusive, and professional environment
Receive training and development opportunities
Flexible and Meaningful Work That Changes Lives
If you're ready to make a difference every single day, we want to hear from you. Join us in helping children grow stronger, happier, and more confident in their abilities.
Tresco is an EEO/AA employer. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant at Tres a 6.3 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.
Pediatrics — Physical Therapist Career Context
In New Mexico, the Physical Therapist weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$93k (49 salary observations; 223 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (10,915 salary observations; 59,745 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 New Mexico is 92.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$59k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $64k in an average-cost state. 61.4% of New Mexico clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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