Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Location: Somerset, NJ and Watchung, NJ Employment Type: Full-time, In-Person Schedule: Monday to Friday, No Weekends About Us Performance Ortho is a New Jersey-based leader in comprehensive orthopedic and outpatient care with four clinics, an Ambulatory Surgery Center, and our corporate headquarters in Bridgewater. For over 25 years, we've delivered innovative, integrated care across specialties, including Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and Occupational Therapy. Our success is driven by our people, and we're proud of our supportive, patient-first culture. Key Responsibilities Assist Physical Therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans, adjusting as necessary based on patient progress Conduct and document assessments such as strength, range of motion, balance, and motor function Administer therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, massage, and traction techniques as prescribed Educate and guide patients through prescribed therapeutic activities with care and clarity Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation for all patient interactions Communicate observations and patient progress with supervising therapists and clinical staff Support clinic flow and assist with operational needs and patient transitions Participate in professional development, continuing education, and organizational projects as needed Strong foundational physical therapy knowledge and manual therapy skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Empathetic, patient-centered approach to care delivery Ability to motivate and engage patients through every phase of treatment Attention to detail and clinical precision Solid organizational and time-management capabilities Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative spirit Qualifications Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in the State of New Jersey Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program 1–3 years of experience in a PTA role is preferred (new graduates welcome and encouraged to apply) #J-18808-Ljbffr Performance Ortho