PTA Pointe Defiance

Independence Rehab Inc; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 3.5 weeks

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

CE reimbursement

Health Savings Account

401(k) match

Teladoc access

Job summary

Independence Rehab is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to support geriatric residents at Solstice at Pointe Defiance | Assisted Living in Washington. This full-time role emphasizes relationship-driven, clinically meaningful care within a small, therapist-owned company focused on clinician autonomy.

The PTA will work closely with a PT to guide mobility milestones, perform gait and balance training, and promote safe transfers while maintaining a sustainable caseload and supportive

Qualifications

• Active Washington PTA license in good standing.
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Interest in geriatric care and functional outcomes.
• SNF experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead gait, balance, strengthening, and functional training sessions.
• Collaborate closely with PT to adjust care plans.
• Guide residents through mobility milestones and safe transfers.
• Treat a medically complex geriatric population with compassionate care.
• Reduce fall risk and support daily activities.

Skills

Geriatric care

Team collaboration

Mobility rehabilitation

Fall risk reduction

Clinical reasoning

Education

Accredited PTA program

Job description

Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Independence Rehab- Solstice at Pointe Defiance | Assisted Living

Full-Time | Flexible Schedule | Therapist-Owned

Helping People Stay Independent in the Later Chapters of Life

Independence Rehab is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who finds purpose in helping older adults regain mobility, confidence, and dignity.

You'll work with residents navigating recovery, chronic conditions, and life transitions - providing therapy that truly changes daily life!

Whether you're a new grad looking for mentorship or an experienced PTA wanting a sustainable caseload, Independence Rehab is where clinicians feel supported and patients feel the difference.

What a Day Looks Like

As a PTA in our geriatric clinics, your day is relationship-driven, collaborative, and clinically meaningful:

• You'll treat a medically complex geriatric population in a setting where time, clinical reasoning, and compassion are valued. You will be challenged every day!
• Guiding residents through mobility milestones - first steps, safe transfers, returning home
• Leading gait, balance, strengthening, and functional training sessions
• Helping reduce fall risk and build confidence with daily activities
• Collaborating closely with your PT to adjust care plans
• Celebrating small wins that matter deeply to patients and families

Why Therapists Choose Independence Rehab

We're a small, therapist-owned company that runs therapy operations independently - meaning we advocate for clinicians and protect clinical judgment.

Our therapists often tell us the biggest difference is how supported they feel, personally and professionally. Some specifics that set Independence Rehab apart:

• Highest average hourly pay in the area
• Realistic productivity expectations (85-90%)
• Flexible work scheduling- we really do believe in a healthy work-life balance!
• Strong corporate involvement but we don't micromanage
• Stable leadership with low management turnover
• Autonomy in clinical decision-making
• Protection from unrealistic facility pressure
• The therapy team operates independently from nursing management
• Excellent patient outcomes and a strong reputation in the region
• Flexible work shift scheduling options

Training & Support

We don't believe in 'sink or swim.'

You'll receive:

• Structured onboarding and integration
• 1:1 documentation and treatment training
• Mentorship tailored to your experience level
• Ongoing clinical support when you need it

New grads are welcomed and supported!

Benefits

We invest in our clinicians in ways that support both career and life:

• Up to 3 1/2 weeks PTO annually
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Continuing Education reimbursement (up to $750/year)
• Health Savings Account to save for future expenses
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Free preventive screening benefits
• Basic Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Voluntary Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program to help navigate life's challenges
• Teladoc- a free service that gives you access to doctors for a variety of services

Requirements

• Active Washington PTA license in good standing
• Graduate of an accredited PTA program
• Interest in geriatric care and functional outcomes
• SNF experience preferred but not required

If you're a PTA who values meaningful work, supportive leadership, and sustainable expectations, we'd love to talk.