Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Orthopedic - Outpatient

Job Description

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Outpatient Orthopedics

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics / Post-Operative Care

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Premier Clinical Environment: Practice within a large, highly respected orthopedic surgery and recovery center.
• Post-Operative Focus: Approximately 50% post-operative caseload, offering exceptional clinical depth and specialized experience.
• Physician-Aligned Team: Collaborative environment with direct access to orthopedic surgeons and physical therapy leadership.
• Modern Facility: State-of-the-art equipment designed for high-level rehabilitation and patient recovery.
• Mentorship & Growth: Strong mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Prime Location: Located in one of the most sought-after areas in the greater Phoenix market.

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and patient-centered Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our premier team in Scottsdale, AZ. Working under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, the PTA will carry out plan-of-care treatments for a diverse orthopedic population with a heavy emphasis on post-operative rehabilitation. This role is ideal for a clinician who thrives in a collaborative, high-level sports/orthopedic setting and enjoys guiding patients through recovery to full return to function.

Key Responsibilities

• Treatment Execution: Implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans created by the supervising Physical Therapist for post-operative and general orthopedic patients.
• Patient Progression: Progress patient interventions, exercises, and manual therapies within the established plan of care based on patient response and clinical outcomes.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Communicate regularly with supervising Physical Therapists, orthopedic providers, and medical staff to ensure seamless continuity of care.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and caregivers on home exercise programs (HEPs), recovery expectations, movement mechanics, and injury prevention.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant daily treatment notes and clinical documentation.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Licensure & Certifications:
• Current or eligible for Physical Therapist Assistant licensure issued by the Arizona State Board of Physical Therapy.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• Experience: Experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting is preferred; candidates with a strong desire to grow in post-operative care are encouraged to apply.
• Skills: Strong manual therapy skills, solid understanding of post-surgical protocols, and excellent interpersonal communication abilities.