Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job

ARRA FY TX LLC · Houston, TX Full Time
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Why You’ll Love This Job Job description: Fyzical Therapy & Balance Centers (Copperfield) – Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Company Description FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers Copperfield in Houston, TX, focuses on improving quality of life using a whole-body approach to connect diagnoses with customized care plans. Physical Therapists Assistants are experts in treating the human body for people of all ages with various conditions. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Physical Therapist Assistant at FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers Copperfield in Houston, TX. The Physical Therapist Assistant will be responsible for providing patient care, rehabilitation, quality patient care, and orthopedic/neurological treatments on a daily basis. Key Responsibilities: Implement treatment plans designed by the Physical Therapist, including exercises, modalities, and manual therapy techniques. Assist patients with physical exercises, stretching, and activities to improve strength, coordination, and mobility. Monitor and document patient progress, making adjustments to treatment plans as needed. Educate patients and their families on exercise techniques, injury prevention, and home care. Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation. Ensure a clean, safe, and organized treatment environment. Collaborate with the Physical Therapist and other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care. Preferred Skills: Experience in an outpatient rehabilitation setting (not required) Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems. What We Offer: Opportunities for professional development and continuing education. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Additional Perks, such as flexible scheduling, health and wellness programs, etc. PTO, Health Benefits, Continuing Education opportunities Qualifications Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation skills Patient Care and Quality Patient Care skills Experience in orthopedic treatments Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistance State licensure or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant How to Apply: If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Physical Therapist Assistant looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] . https://www.fyzical.com/copperfield-tx ARRA FY TX LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Job Type: Full-time Benefits: Continuing education credits Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person Qualifications Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program (accredited) Up-to-date Physical Therapist Assistant license Type: Full Time (Salaried) Job ID: 166234

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

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.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

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.

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.

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