Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Care Options For Kids; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life, LTD, and STD Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Continuing Education

Training and Professional Development

Employee Referral Bonus Opportunities

Company Vehicle Program

Global Outreach Program travel

Job summary

Care Options for Kids in Texas is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide pediatric home health services in the Lubbock area. You will support therapists, implement treatment plans, help children build strength, mobility and confidence, and partner with families to reinforce progress between visits.

This full-time role offers a sign-on bonus, weekly pay, comprehensive insurance, a 401(k), paid time off and opportunities for continuing education and professional development.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pediatric physical therapy in home-based settings under supervision.
• Support treatment plans and assist therapists.
• Help children build strength, mobility, and confidence.
• Partner with families to reinforce progress between visits.
• Contribute to a compassionate, family-centered care approach.

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Pediatric Home Health

Territory: Lubbock, TX

Pay: $68,000 - $78,000

Sign-On Bonus Opportunity!

Eligible candidates may qualify for a $2,000 sign-on bonus* as part of their total compensation package. Bonus eligibility and payout structure will be shared early in the interview process.

A Role That Supports Your Path

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.

If you're looking for a role where your contribution matters and your goals are respected, this position was designed with you in mind.

Care Options for Kids 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
• Company Vehicle Program*

Support That Expands Your Impact

• 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
• A top-tier EHR designed to streamline documentation and reduce administrative burden
• Access to clinical leadership and supervising PTs when you need 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

Care Options for Kids is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*Restrictions Apply.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.