Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant

H2 Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Company-paid life insurance

Job summary

Atlas Kids, an H2 Health company, is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our outpatient team in Paducah, KY. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to deliver prescribed treatment plans for children with diverse developmental needs.

This flexible role supports full-time or part-time schedules, offers competitive pay and benefits, and provides a collaborative, family-centered setting with a multidisciplinary pediatric therapy team.

Qualifications

• CAPTE-accredited PTA program and current KY PTA license or eligibility.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain as required.
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required.
• New graduates encouraged to apply.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to family-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Provide hands-on therapy for strength, balance, mobility, and gait training.
• Use play-based interventions to support participation and developmental milestones.
• Collaborate with the supervising PT and team to monitor outcomes and adjust interventions.
• Educate families to encourage carryover at home and in the community.
• Utilize Scribe AI-powered documentation to streamline records.
• Use Raintree EMR for documentation, scheduling, and patient management.
• Manage a typical outpatient caseload of about 10–12 visits per day.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with clinic and regulatory standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Tools

Scribe AI

Raintree EMR

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Full-Time or Part-Time | Paducah, KY

Atlas Kids, an H2 Health company, is seeking a Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our outpatient team. Whether you're an experienced PTA or a new graduate, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families while growing your career in a collaborative, therapist-focused environment.

At Atlas Kids, you'll work with children with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, global developmental delay, neurological conditions, genetic disorders, and sensory-motor challenges. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to providing evidence-based, child-centered care that helps children build strength, confidence, mobility, and independence while supporting families every step of the way.

Your Role

• Implement treatment plans established by the supervising Physical Therapist
• Provide hands-on therapy focused on strength, balance, coordination, mobility, gait training, and gross motor development
• Utilize engaging, play-based interventions to support participation, functional progress, and developmental milestone achievement
• Collaborate with the supervising PT and interdisciplinary team to monitor patient outcomes and adjust interventions as appropriate
• Educate and partner with families and caregivers to encourage carryover and continued success at home and in the community
• Utilize Scribe AI-powered documentation technology to streamline documentation and maximize patient care time
• Utilize the Raintree EMR platform for documentation, scheduling, and patient management
• Manage a typical full-time outpatient caseload averaging approximately 10-12 patient visits per day
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with clinic and regulatory standards

• Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current Kentucky Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for licensure
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain as required
• Pediatric experience preferred but not required
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to family-centered care

• Competitive Compensation: $45,000 - $65,000 annually
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (benefits eligible for full-time employees)
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition loan reimbursement
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-paid life insurance
• Additional voluntary benefit options

• Flexible opportunity with consideration for full-time or part-time schedules
• Monday-Friday schedule with work-life balance
• Collaborative, patient-first culture
• Strong administrative and clinical support
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• H2U continuing education resources and live CEU opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Career advancement opportunities within the H2 Health family
• Opportunity to work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary pediatric therapy team

H2 Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.