Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Care Options For Kids; Texas City (TX); On-site; USD 63,960 - 76,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life/LTD/STD

Supplemental insurance

Home-based services

401(k)

Paid time off

Online CE portal

Training & development

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for pediatric home health in the Texas City area. You will work with experienced PTs to implement home-based therapy plans, helping children build strength, mobility, and confidence while engaging families to reinforce progress between visits.

We offer supervision, meaningful clinical work, and flexible pathways for career growth, designed to support your goals and success in this role.

Qualifications

• Requires 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, help children build strength, mobility and confidence.
• Partner with families to reinforce progress between visits.
• Collaborate with licensed PTs to ensure quality care.
• Maintain documentation with the EHR and meet clinical benchmarks.

Skills

Active PTA license

BLS/CPR certification

Reliable transportation

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Pediatric Home Health

Territory: Texas City/La Marque/Dickinson, TX

Pay

$63,960 - $76,440+ per year

A Role That Supports Your Path

At Care Options for Kids, we have 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.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay and Direct Deposit
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life, LTD, and STD Coverage
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Home based services in a condensed geographic zone
• 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

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

Professional Tools

• 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

Salary

$63,960 - $76,440 per year