Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

ANGELS OF CARE PEDIATRIC HOME HEALTH · Houston, TX Full Time
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Job Description

Description Pediatric Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Houston, TX | Surrounding Areas/Zip Codes: 77068, 77014, 77040, 77092, 77099, 77000 Estimated Annual Salary: $42,000 - $86,000 Make a Difference One Visit at a Time Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health is hiring Physical Therapist Assistants (PTA) to provide in-home Physical Therapy services for pediatric patients. As a Physical Therapist Assistant , you will work closely with a supervising therapist to deliver high-quality Physical Therapy that helps children improve mobility, build strength, and gain independence. This role is ideal for a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who is passionate about pediatric care and making a meaningful impact through one-on-one Physical Therapy in a home-based setting. Angels of Care is a clinician-owned and operated organization that has proudly served the medically fragile community since 2000. We are guided by our values: Heart, Advocacy, Love, Outreach, and Speed (HALOS) . Why Join Angels of Care? Meaningful, patient-centered care in the home and community Flexible scheduling (full-time and part-time options) Supportive, clinician-led culture Ongoing mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities CEU and professional license reimbursement Strong clinical support and collaboration Opportunity to make a lasting impact in your community What You’ll Do Provide hands-on Physical Therapy interventions under the direction of a supervising therapist Implement established Physical Therapy treatment plans for pediatric patients Support children in improving mobility, balance, coordination, and functional independence Assist with therapeutic exercises and activities that promote development and strength Educate families and caregivers on home exercise programs and carryover Monitor and report patient progress to supervising therapist Coordinate care with the clinical team Document all Physical Therapy services in an electronic medical record system Maintain compliance with all clinical and regulatory standards Qualifications Required: Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license (Texas) Current CPR certification Preferred: At least 1 year of pediatric or home health Physical Therapy experience Experience working with medically complex children Schedule & Flexibility Full-time and part-time opportunities available Flexible scheduling based on availability and caseload Community-based care in assigned service areas Comprehensive Benefits Package We offer a competitive compensation and benefits program designed to support your success: Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance $15,000 employer-paid life insurance (full-time) Short- and long-term disability Employer-paid mental health support Paid Time Off 401(k) retirement plan CEU reimbursement free in-house CEUs Professional license reimbursement Tablet provided for documentation Flexible scheduling Ongoing mentorship and support Documentation bonus, no-show stipend, and after-hours visit bonus Referral bonus program Annual car giveaway Pet insurance and home/auto discounts And more! Our Mission We provide children and young adults with high-quality home health care delivered with compassion, excellence, and professionalism. Our Vision To be recognized as the leading pediatric home health provider in the communities we serve. Our Values (HALOS) Heart – Patients are at the center of everything we do Advocacy – We champion our patients, clinicians, and families Love – We foster a culture of support and care Outreach – We give back to our communities Speed – We respond quickly to meet patient needs U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Information Individuals seeking employment at Angels of Care Pediatric Home Health are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or veteran status. Must submit a resume to be considered for this position

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Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

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Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

About This Employer

ANGELS OF CARE PEDIATRIC HOME HEALTH is a Branch Agency located in Houston, TX at 900 Threadneedle St., Ste. 150. This facility holds a 4.2-star Google rating based on 91 reviews.

Care services offered: Licensed Home Health Services; Personal Assistance Services

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Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr
Houston Median $22,818/yr
Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr
vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

Facility Snapshot

Google Rating ★ 4.2 (91 reviews)
Facility Type Branch Agency

900 Threadneedle St., Ste. 150, Houston, TX 77079

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