Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) - Multiple Mississippi Locations

Relient Health$66K — $93K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program
  • Active Mississippi PTA license or pending eligibility
  • Ability to work full-time in specific Mississippi markets
  • Authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

  • Deliver physical therapy treatments directed by the supervising Physical Therapist
  • Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans for patients
  • Provide compassionate care across various rehabilitation settings
  • Document patient care in EMR systems per standards
  • Collaborate with PTs, rehab teams, and nursing/medical staff
  • Promote patient mobility, functional independence, and safety

Benefits

  • Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) plan available
  • Paid Time Off provided
  • Support for continuing education (CEUs)
  • Possible relocation assistance or sign-on bonuses at some locations
Full Job Description
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) - Multiple Mississippi Locations

This position is reserved exclusively for licensed Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs). If you are not a PTA, please do not apply.

Relient Health is seeking licensed Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) for full-time, in-person opportunities within established rehabilitation departments across Mississippi. These are full-time, direct-hire, permanent placement PTA positions (not travel, not contract, not PRN).

Our openings include opportunities in Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs), Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs), retirement communities, hospitals, outpatient clinics, pediatric settings, and home health, depending on the specific location

Current PTA openings available in:

Ripley, and additional Mississippi markets.

Who Are These Opportunities Ideal For?
• Licensed Mississippi Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs)
• PTAs relocating to Mississippi
• New PTA graduates from accredited programs pursuing Mississippi licensure
• PTAs seeking experience in SNF or mixed-setting rehab roles

This role is specific to licensed Physical Therapist Assistants working within a rehabilitation department.
This is not a CNA, nursing assistant, medical assistant, therapy aide, or tech position.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary range: $32-45/hr
(Compensation varies by market, setting, and experience)
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing education support (CEUs)
• Some locations offer relocation assistance or sign-on bonuses

Clinical Responsibilities
• Deliver physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist (PT)
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans
• Provide quality, compassionate care across appropriate rehabilitation settings
• Document care in EMR systems per state, federal, and facility standards
• Collaborate with PTs, rehab teams, and nursing/medical staff
• Promote mobility, functional independence, and patient safety

Required Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program
• Active Mississippi PTA license, or eligibility/pending licensure
• Ability to work full-time in one of the listed Mississippi markets
• Authorized to work in the United States

Current PTA openings available in:

Carmichael, Fremont, Fresno, Hayward, Merced, Novato, San Jose, Sonora, Walnut Creek, and additional Mississippi markets.

Who Are These Opportunities Ideal For?
• Licensed Mississippi Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs)
• PTAs relocating to Mississippi
• New PTA graduates from accredited programs pursuing Mississippi licensure
• PTAs seeking experience in SNF or mixed-setting rehab roles

This role is specific to licensed Physical Therapist Assistants working within a rehabilitation department.
This is not a CNA, nursing assistant, medical assistant, therapy aide, or tech position.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary range: $32-45/hr
(Compensation varies by market, setting, and experience)
• Full benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Continuing education support (CEUs)
• Some locations offer relocation assistance or sign-on bonuses

Clinical Responsibilities
• Deliver physical therapy treatments as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist (PT)
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans
• Provide quality, compassionate care across appropriate rehabilitation settings
• Document care in EMR systems per state, federal, and facility standards
• Collaborate with PTs, rehab teams, and nursing/medical staff
• Promote mobility, functional independence, and patient safety

Required Qualifications
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program
• Active Mississippi PTA license, or eligibility/pending licensure
• Ability to work full-time in one of the listed Mississippi markets
• Authorized to work in the United States

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Additional current markets: Lafayette, Roseville, Whittier.

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