Physical Therapy Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas

Texas is one of the largest markets for physical therapy assistant jobs in the U.S., with strong demand across Houston's Texas Medical Center, Dallas-Fort Worth hospital networks, and San Antonio's CHRISTUS Health system. Major employers including Baylor Scott & White Health, HCA Healthcare, and Select Medical actively hire PTAs, and the state's aging population continues to drive sponsorship activity.

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Overview

Open Jobs182+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$25K
Top LocationDallas, TX
Most JobsReliant Rehabilitation

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AccentCare
Physical Therapy Assistant
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AccentCare
New 28m ago
Physical Therapy Assistant
AccentCare
Round Rock, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$81,619/yr - $99,756/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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UT Southwestern Medical Center
Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant
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UT Southwestern Medical Center
Added 6d ago
Home Health Physical Therapy Assistant
UT Southwestern Medical Center
Dallas, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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HealthPRO Heritage
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
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HealthPRO Heritage
Added 1w ago
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
Austin, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
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Other

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Aegis Therapies
Physical Therapy Assistant
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Aegis Therapies
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Physical Therapy Assistant
Aegis Therapies
San Antonio, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
None
5,001-10,000

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Optum
Physical Therapy Assistant
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Optum
Added 1w ago
Physical Therapy Assistant
Optum
Pearsall, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Physical Therapy
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$49,500/yr - $109,300/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Physical Therapy Assistant Job Roles in Texas

Physical Therapy170 jobs
Healthcare Administration168 jobs
Allied Health167 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing165 jobs
Nursing18 jobs
Teaching & Instruction12 jobs
Higher Education8 jobs
Research & Academia4 jobs
Curriculum Design3 jobs
K-12 Teaching1 jobs

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Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for physical therapy assistants in Texas?

Large health systems with established immigration infrastructure are the most active PTA sponsors in Texas. Baylor Scott & White Health, HCA Healthcare, CHRISTUS Health, and Select Medical have each filed H-1B and permanent labor certifications for therapy roles. Outpatient rehabilitation chains and long-term care operators also sponsor, though their willingness varies by facility. Checking OFLC disclosure data for Labor Condition Applications filed under physical therapist assistant job titles gives the clearest picture of which Texas employers have sponsored recently.

Which visa types are most common for physical therapy assistant roles in Texas?

H-1B is the most commonly filed work visa for PTAs in Texas, though qualifying the role as a specialty occupation requires the employer to document that a specific bachelor's degree or higher is a standard industry requirement. EB-3 permanent labor certification is another common pathway, particularly for employers willing to sponsor through the green card process. Some internationally trained PTAs also enter on TN status if they hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship and meet USMCA occupation requirements.

Which cities in Texas have the most physical therapy assistant sponsorship jobs?

Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and San Antonio account for the majority of PTA sponsorship activity in Texas. Houston's Texas Medical Center concentration of hospitals and rehabilitation facilities makes it the single largest market. The DFW Metroplex has grown significantly due to population expansion and the presence of large regional health systems. Austin is a smaller but emerging market, with outpatient clinics and health-tech-affiliated care providers hiring more actively as the city's population grows.

How to find physical therapy assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically to roles where employers have a documented history of visa sponsorship, making it more efficient than broad job searches for PTAs seeking sponsorship in Texas. You can filter by state to focus on Texas openings across Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, and Austin. Because PTA sponsorship cases can be competitive, focusing on larger health systems and established rehabilitation networks listed on Migrate Mate gives you a clearer starting point than applying broadly.

Are there any state-specific considerations for physical therapy assistants seeking sponsorship in Texas?

PTAs in Texas must hold an active license from the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners, and employers will typically require licensure before or shortly after starting. The license requires passing the NPTE-PTA exam, and foreign-trained applicants may face additional credential evaluation steps. Texas does not impose state-level immigration restrictions on healthcare hiring, but employers in heavily regulated settings like skilled nursing facilities and hospital systems often have more structured sponsorship processes than smaller outpatient practices.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored physical therapy assistant jobs in Texas?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.

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