Physical Therapist Assistant

Compensation & Benefits:

• Sign-on bonus available!
• Competitive hourly compensation approximately $26-$35/hour based on experience, specialty certifications, and clinical skillset
• Collaborative outpatient orthopaedic environment
• Career growthand advancement opportunities within a growing therapy network
• License renewal reimbursement and continuing education support
• Opportunity to collaborate with experienced orthopaedic physicians, Physical Therapists, and multidisciplinary rehab teams
• Modern outpatient orthopaedic and rehabilitation setting focused on high-quality patient care

Grow your career while making a meaningful impact in patients' lives.

About the Role

At Florida Orthopaedic Institute - North Central Florida, we are committed to helping patients decrease pain, restore movement, improve function, and return to the activities that matter most to them. We are seeking a motivated, patient-focused Physical Therapist Assistant to join our growing outpatient orthopaedic therapy team in Ocala, FL.

This flexible part-time opportunity is ideal for a PTA interested in outpatient orthopedics, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports medicine, manual therapy, and post-surgical recovery within a collaborative, team-oriented clinic environment. The role was created to support a growing patient population and provide additional clinical coverage in a highly personalized outpatient setting.

This position is primarily based in Ocala, with occasional voluntary coverage opportunities at nearby clinic locations if desired. Potential future Saturday coverage opportunities may also become available.

What You'll Do

As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you'll play a key role in outpatient orthopedic therapy, sports medicine, and physical rehabilitation. Working under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist, you'll help patients recover from orthopaedic injuries, post-surgical procedures, and musculoskeletal conditions.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities Include:

• Providing individualized patient treatments as outlined in the Physical Therapist's plan of care
• Assisting patients through therapeutic exercises, mobility training, stretching programs, and functional activities
• Reinforcing individualized home exercise programs (HEP) and patient education
• Delivering evidence-based outpatient orthopaedic rehabilitation interventions
• Supporting manual therapy treatments and therapeutic modalities as directed
• Documenting daily treatment notes, progress updates, and patient assessments accurately and timely
• Communicating patient status changes promptly to the supervising Physical Therapist
• Collaborating with physicians, PTs, athletic trainers, and therapy staff to optimize patient outcomes
• Supporting the therapy team and clinic operations as needed
• Maintaining compliance with state regulations, payer guidelines, and company policies

About You

We're looking for a PTA who is passionate about patient care, orthopedics, and rehabilitation. Someone who thrives in a collaborative outpatient therapy setting and finds purpose in helping patients regain strength, mobility, and independence.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Active Florida PTA license
• Current CPR certification
• Compassionate, patient-focused, and motivated to help patients achieve their rehab goals
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

Preferred Experience (A Plus, Not Required):

• Outpatient orthopaedic or sports medicine therapy experience
• Experience with musculoskeletal rehabilitation
• Familiarity with WebPT or other EMR systems
• Manual therapy or orthopaedic rehabilitation experience
• Experience working in a fast-paced outpatient therapy clinic

Why Join Us?

• Flexible part-time opportunity
• Collaborative and supportive clinical environment
• Opportunity to work closely with orthopaedic specialists and experienced rehab professionals
• Ability to make a direct impact in a growing community clinic
• Flexible scheduling designed to support work-life balance
• Patient-focused culture centered around quality care and outcomes

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your PTA Career?

Apply today and join a team dedicated to helping patients move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives.

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Orthopaedic Solutions Management is a Drug Free Workplace

We are committed to maintaining a safe, healthy, and productive work environment. As part of this commitment, we operate as a drug-free workplace. All candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment drug screening and/or be subject to random drug testing in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

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