Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

ISHE; Boise, Northern (ID, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k)

Professional development assistance

Mentorship and collaboration

Pediatric clinical skills growth

Interdisciplinary team

Job summary

Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy is seeking a part-time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our pediatric therapy team across Boise and Nampa clinics. You will work closely with experienced pediatric PTs to provide engaging, play-based therapy for children, helping them build strength, mobility, coordination, confidence, and independence.

The ideal candidate has graduated from an accredited PTA program and holds Idaho licensure or is eligible to obtain it, with pediatric experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited PTA program.
• Active Idaho PTA license or eligibility.
• Pediatric clinical experience through rotations or internships preferred.
• Enjoys working with children and families.
• Positive, dependable, energetic, and eager to learn.
• Willingness to work at Boise and Nampa locations.
• Availability in afternoons and Fridays.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with pediatric Physical Therapists to deliver therapy.
• Provide engaging, play-based therapy under supervision.
• Support children in building strength, mobility, and independence.
• Contribute to a multidisciplinary team with SLP and OT where applicable.

Skills

Pediatric therapy

Team collaboration

Engaging therapy

Play-based approach

Education

PTA program graduate

Job description

Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing pediatric Physical Therapy team!

This is a great opportunity for a PTA who is passionate about working with children and wants to continue developing their skills in a supportive, collaborative environment. Our PTA will work closely with our experienced pediatric Physical Therapists while helping children build strength, mobility, coordination, confidence, and independence through engaging, play-based therapy.

We welcome recent PTA graduates who have gained pediatric experience through clinical rotations, internships, or other hands-on training, as well as experienced PTAs looking to transition into or continue working in pediatrics.

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidate:

• Has graduated from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Is currently licensed as a PTA in Idaho or is eligible for Idaho licensure
• Has pediatric experience through clinical rotations, internships, professional experience, or other hands-on training
• Genuinely enjoys working with children and their families
• Is positive, dependable, energetic, and eager to learn
• Enjoys collaborating with Physical Therapists and other pediatric therapy disciplines
• Is comfortable providing engaging, play-based therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist
• Is willing to work between our Boise and Nampa clinic locations
• Has availability during afternoons and on Fridays

Schedule

This is a part-time position with some flexibility based on the needs of our Physical Therapy department and the candidate's availability.

We are especially looking for someone who has availability in the afternoons and on Fridays and who is able to work at both our Boise and Nampa clinics.

Compensation & Benefits

• $24-$30 per hour
• Flexible, part-time scheduling
• Paid time off for employees working 20+ hours per week
• 401(k)
• Professional development assistance
• Support, mentorship, and collaboration with an experienced pediatric Physical Therapy team
• Opportunities to continue growing pediatric clinical skills
• Multidisciplinary environment alongside Speech-Language Pathology and Occupational Therapy

Why Chatterbox?

Chatterbox Pediatric Therapy is a multidisciplinary pediatric therapy practice serving children and families throughout the Treasure Valley.

Our team values positivity, teamwork, flexibility, professional growth, and strong relationships with the children and families we serve. We strive to create an environment where therapists feel supported, have opportunities to grow, and genuinely enjoy coming to work.

If you are a PTA who is excited about pediatrics and looking for an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, we would love to hear from you!

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program
• Current Idaho PTA licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure in Idaho
• Pediatric clinical, internship, or work experience preferred
• Availability to work afternoons and/or Fridays
• Willingness to work at both our Boise and Nampa clinic locations