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How much does a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) make in Houston, TX? The average Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) salary in Houston, TX is $64,303 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $58,103 and $70,903. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $52,458 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $58,103 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $64,303 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $70,903 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Salary $76,912 Houston,TX March 26, 2024
25% $58,103 10% $52,458 90% $76,912 75% $70,903 $64,303 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) prepares patients and equipment for therapy and implements treatment plans as instructed, including exercises, stretching maneuvers, hands-on therapy, and equipment. Assists Physical Therapist in evaluating and providing treatment for patients to ease their pain and help increase their mobility. Being a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) requires an associate's degree of accredited physical therapist assistant program. Records patient's reaction to treatment and provides status reports at the end of each treatment. In addition, Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) typically reports to a physical therapist. Requires a state physical therapist assistant license. Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)


    Associate's Degree

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    Physical Therapy Aide

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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