Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Care Options for Kids · Harlingen, TX · 5 days ago
On-siteHealthcare$64k–$76k/yrPart-time
About the role
Territory: Harlingen, TX. At Care Options for Kids, we've built a home health PTA role around what physical therapy assistants value most: strong supervision, meaningful hands-on clinical work, and flexibility that supports different career paths and life stages. In this role, you'll work closely with experienced Physical Therapists to deliver pediatric physical therapy in home-based settings. You'll support treatment plans under direction, help children build strength, mobility, and confidence, and partner with families to reinforce progress between visits. Whether you're a PTA building a long-term career in this role or someone considering future growth, you'll be supported, valued, and set up for success.
Pay
$63,960–$76,440+ annually.
Responsibilities
- Deliver pediatric physical therapy in home-based settings under the direction of a supervising Physical Therapist.
- Support and implement treatment plans to help children build strength, mobility, and confidence.
- Partner with families to reinforce progress between visits.
- Provide home-based services within a condensed geographic zone.
Benefits
- Weekly pay and direct deposit
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life, LTD, and STD coverage
- Supplemental insurance options
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Continuing education through an online learning portal
- Industry-leading training and professional development
- Employee referral bonus opportunities
Support and professional development
- Opportunities to participate in COFK's Global Outreach Program, providing therapy services to underserved children abroad, with travel and participation costs covered by Care Options for Kids.
- Top-tier EHR designed to streamline documentation and reduce administrative burden.
- Access to clinical leadership and supervising PTs for guidance, collaboration, and support.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Meets qualifications as established by APTA
- Active Physical Therapy Assistant License in State of Practice
- Current BLS/CPR Certification
- Reliable transportation and a valid Driver's License