Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Job

FYZICAL Copperfield · Houston, TX Full Time
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Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) — Full-Time, Outpatient FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center — Copperfield | NW Houston, TX $58,000–$75,000/year, based on experience · Full-time, 40 hrs/week · Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM · No weekends, no on-call Single-location, owner-operated clinic · Highest-rated PT clinic in Copperfield (190 five-star Google reviews) · Start: August 2026 The role at a glance Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours/week. Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM (1-hour lunch). No nights, no weekends, no on-call, no shift shuffling. Pay: $58,000–$75,000/year, based on experience. Paid bi-weekly. Location: 8526 Highway 6 N, Houston, TX 77095 (Copperfield / NW Houston). Start: August 2026 What you’ll do You’ll be the clinician our patients see most — delivering the hands-on treatment that moves them through their recovery. Working under the direction of our PT, you’ll carry out plans of care: leading therapeutic exercise, manual techniques, modalities, gait and balance training, and patient education. You’ll progress patients within their established plan, keep a close eye on how they’re responding, and loop in the supervising PT when something needs a second look or a plan adjustment. Because you’ll handle the bulk of follow-up visits, you’ll build the kind of real relationships that keep patients showing up and getting better. The caseload is a true mix — ortho and musculoskeletal (back pain, joint issues, post-surgical rehab, sports injuries), with balance/vestibular and some neuro folded in. No two days look alike, and we’re actively growing the ortho side. Who we’re looking for Active Texas PTA license (or license-eligible). Outpatient experience is a plus — but we’re glad to talk to strong new grads ready to do great hands-on work. Comfortable with a mixed adult outpatient caseload — mostly ortho/MSK, with some neuro and balance/vestibular (40%). Great with people. You’ll see patients more than anyone in the building, so rapport, encouragement, and clear communication are the heart of the job. Organized with documentation. We run on Prompt EMR — fast and clean, not the documentation slog you may have had elsewhere. A team player who takes direction well and communicates proactively with the supervising PT and front desk. What we offer A real pay range, posted up front — $58,000–$75,000/year depending on experience. No “let’s discuss” runaround. A predictable schedule. No last-minute changes, no scope creep, no “can you cover Friday?” A strong PT to work with and learn from. Clear plans of care, good communication, and support when you need it — you won’t be left guessing. Manageable caseloads and fair documentation expectations. We want you doing excellent work without burning out. Room to grow. As patient volume grows, there’s a path to take on more responsibility here. CEU support to keep your license current and your skills sharp.($1000 credit per year) Benefits: Health, dental, and vision, partially employer-sponsored. A clinic that actually works. Modern equipment, a clean facility, and a front desk that handles scheduling and intake so you can focus on patients — plus a team of clinicians who’

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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 $11.27/hr ($23,442/yr). The typical range is $10.92 – $13.35/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,235/yr
Houston Median $23,442/yr
Experienced (90th) $31,928/yr
vs. National Median -34.5%

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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