Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) — Outpatient Orthopedics · Hot Springs, AR Therapist-owned · PT/PTA team model · Compact-eligible · New grads welcome About Joint Effort Physical Therapy Joint Effort Physical Therapy is committed to providing exceptional rehabilitative care to patients in Hot Springs National Park, AR, and surrounding areas. We specialize in personalized therapy plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient, with a focus on improving mobility, reducing pain, and enhancing overall quality of life. Our team is dedicated to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment to ensure optimal outcomes for our patients and professional growth for our staff. Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Physical Therapist Assistant located in Hot Springs National Park, AR. The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist in implementing therapy treatment plans under the guidance of licensed physical therapists. Day-to-day tasks include providing patient care, supporting rehabilitation programs, monitoring patient progress, and maintaining accurate records. The role involves working closely with patients to ensure high-quality care and collaboration with the healthcare team to achieve therapeutic goals. The Role We are hiring one Physical Therapist Assistant to join our PT/PTA team. You will work directly under a specific PT every day, treating patients exclusively in an outpatient orthopedic setting. Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. No evenings, no weekends, no after-hours documentation. What You Will Do • Implement treatment plans developed by your partnered PT, working with patients across the full spectrum • Monitor patient progress and document accurately in our AI-assisted system • Build long-term relationships with patients in a community-oriented practice • Communicate clearly and warmly across a wide patient demographic What We Are Looking For Required : • Active PTA license in Arkansas, OR PT Compact privileges from any compact state. Licensing assistance available. • Strong personality and communication skills. • Comfortable working with modern technology and AI documentation tools Nice to have: • Outpatient orthopedic experience (we welcome PTAs transitioning from SNF, home health, or inpatient rehab settings) • Current CPR certification New graduates are welcome. We have hired and trained new and recent PTA grads many times. Our PT/PTA team structure is built for it. Compensation & Benefits $50–65K base DOE • Paid holidays • Paid time off • Vision and dental insurance • Monthly HSA contribution • SEP IRA with employer contribution, eligible at one year of tenure