Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant
About The Position
THERAPY 2000 is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for its Austin Division, primarily serving North Austin, with potential visits in Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Cedar Park to support a full-time caseload. The role provides home-based pediatric physical therapy to children and their families throughout Texas. Working under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist, the PTA implements individualized treatment plans to help children develop mobility, strength, balance, coordination, and gross motor skills for everyday activities. The position supports children in building functional skills, increasing independence, and participating in play and daily routines. The PTA also works with caregivers to carry over therapeutic strategies into daily life and collaborates with other providers and disciplines. The role offers experience working with families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, including bilingual and Spanish-speaking households, with team resources available to support culturally responsive care. THERAPY 2000 emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and continued professional development.
Requirements
- Current, active license to practice Physical Therapy in Texas.
- Demonstrated reliability and an innovative spirit.
- Flexibility to shift resources and priorities based on business needs.
- Ability to use common workplace technology, including a laptop computer, phone, email, and web browser.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish.
Nice To Haves
- Three or more years of experience as a pediatric Physical Therapy Assistant.
- Experience in a home-health setting.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive physical therapy treatments in accordance with the supervising Physical Therapist’s goals and treatment plans.
- Develop home exercise programs in partnership with patients’ caregivers.
- Collaborate and coordinate care with providers and disciplines as a member of patients’ medical neighborhoods.
- Complete the minimum number of patient visits required by the agency each week.
- Meet deadlines for patient chart updates, progress summaries, call logs, and other required paperwork.
- Meet with agency personnel as necessary to maintain understanding of expectations and standards for high-quality patient care.
- Perform duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures.
- Follow applicable rules, regulations, codes of ethics, guidelines, and federal, state, and local laws for home-health pediatric physical therapy.
Benefits
- Paid time off for full-time and part-time employees.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time and part-time employees.
- Continuing education opportunities delivered in person and on demand.
- Mileage reimbursement for travel between patient visits.
- Company-issued laptop computer.
- Company-sponsored 401(k) program.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
