Physical Therapy Assistant in Springfield, Missouri
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Springfield, MO
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $3,019/Per Week
- Profession
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $83.86
- Weekly
- $3,019
- Yearly (full-time)
- $156,988
- Contract length
- 8 weeks
This job pays about $83.86/hour — 174% above the median for Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Missouri ($30.66/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Missouri right now
- 17 open Physical Therapist Assistant jobs in Missouri from 5 agencies, 2 of them in Springfield.
- Pay in these listings: $23.35 – $83.86/hour, median $32.43/hour.
- Typical Physical Therapist Assistant pay in Missouri: $30.66/hour ($63,773/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($37.69/hour across 3 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Join an inpatient rehabilitation team as a Physical Therapist in Springfield, Missouri. This 8-week contract focuses on helping adults, older adults, and adolescents age 13 and up regain function following neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, and other complex conditions. You will support rehabilitation goals in a setting designed for hands-on therapy, functional practice, and measurable progress. Acute or inpatient experience is required, with IRF or SNF experience preferred. No call or floating is required.
Weather
Springfield typically offers comfortable conditions around this time of year, with a mix of mild temperatures, sunshine, and occasional rain. The changing weather makes it easy to enjoy both outdoor activities and relaxed indoor plans.
Fun Things To Do
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Outdoor Adventure: Explore local parks, walking trails, and scenic green spaces around Springfield.
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Local Exploration: Spend an afternoon discovering Springfield’s restaurants, shops, and entertainment venues.
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Day Trip: Take a scenic drive through the surrounding Ozarks for hiking, photography, and fresh air.
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Day Trip: Visit nearby communities for local dining, shopping, and a change of scenery.
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Relaxing Getaway: Enjoy a leisurely day at a nearby lake or recreation area.
Job Specifics
City and State: Springfield, Missouri
Shift: 8-hour days; regular hours are 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., with weekend hours of 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Duration: 8 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours
Call: None
Float: None
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