Physical Therapist Assistant

Talent Edge Recruiting; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 51,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare contribution 23.5% of total

401(k) with 3% company match

Potential four 10-hour days

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for a high-end senior living community in the Prestonwood area of Dallas. This onsite, PRN role offers one-on-one therapy to residents in assisted and independent living settings.

New graduates are welcome to apply, with a focus on mobility, independence, and quality of life. Responsibilities include delivering targeted PT treatments under a licensed PT, following individualized plans, and maintaining accurate

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program or scheduled to graduate within the next six months.
• Current Texas PTA license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to manage an independent schedule.
• Genuine interest in working with senior populations and providing quality patient care.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Work with residents on individualized treatment plans and rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain a manageable patient schedule, typically seeing up to eight patients per day.
• Encourage resident participation and adapt schedules when appointments change or cancellations occur.
• Build positive relationships with residents and maintain a welcoming, professional presence throughout the community.
• Complete accurate patient documentation and service records.
• Collaborate with the therapy team to support quality patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Resident-focused care

Education

Texas PTA license or eligibility

Job description

Compensation: Approximately $36–$37 per hour

Schedule: Flexible PRN schedule; potential for consistent hours

Work Arrangement: Onsite at a senior living community

Position Overview

An established therapy services provider is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join its team at a high-end senior living community in the Prestonwood area of Dallas.

This position offers the opportunity to provide individualized, one-on-one therapy to residents in an assisted living and independent living setting. The ideal candidate is personable, dependable, and genuinely passionate about helping patients maintain and improve their mobility, independence, and quality of life.

New graduates and candidates early in their careers are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Work with residents on individualized treatment plans and rehabilitation goals.
• Maintain a manageable patient schedule, typically seeing up to eight patients per day.
• Encourage resident participation and adapt schedules when appointments change or cancellations occur.
• Build positive relationships with residents and maintain a welcoming, professional presence throughout the community.
• Complete accurate patient documentation and service records.
• Collaborate with the therapy team to support quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program or scheduled to graduate within the next six months.
• Current Texas PTA license or eligibility to obtain one.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and able to manage an independent schedule.
• Genuine interest in working with senior populations and providing quality patient care.
• Ability to adapt to changing schedules and patient needs.

Why Join This Team

• Competitive compensation of approximately $36–$37 per hour.
• Flexible scheduling with potential for alternative schedules, including four 10-hour days.
• Healthcare contribution valued at 23.5% of total pay, in addition to compensation.
• 401(k) with a 3% company match.
• Supportive therapy team and hands-on leadership.
• Opportunity to develop professionally, with a potential growth path toward becoming a Physical Therapist.
• Work in an established, high-end senior living community where individualized patient care is valued.