Position Title : Physical Therapist Assistant
Location : Lufkin, TX
Employer : Dedicated Orthopedic Center
About Us :
Dedicated Orthopedic Center is committed to providing every patient superior orthopedic care in a compassionate, healing environment. We take a comprehensive team approach from evaluation through diagnosis and treatment and pride ourselves on individualized, specialized orthopedic services including joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma, pediatric care, and rehabilitation.
Position Summary :
We are seeking full-time, part-time, and PRN Physical Therapist Assistants to join our dynamic outpatient orthopedic & rehabilitation team. You will play a critical role in helping patients recover from injury / surgery, restore function, and return to the active lifestyle they enjoy. Youll work closely with orthopedic physicians, physician assistants, and therapy colleagues in a teamoriented environment.
Key Responsibilities :
- Implement treatment plans under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Guide patients through prescribed therapeutic exercises and functional activities to improve mobility, strength, and endurance.
- Apply appropriate modalities and manual techniques to aid recovery and pain management.
- Observe, measure, and record patient progress; communicate updates to the supervising PT.
- Educate patients and families on exercises, injury prevention, and home programs.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Contribute to a positive, professional environment and uphold high standards of patient care.
Qualifications :
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.Current Texas PTA license (or eligibility).Outpatient orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply.Strong communication skills and commitment to teamwork.Compassionate, patient-centered approach to rehabilitation.What We Offer :
Opportunity to join a wellestablished orthopedic practice with a broad scope of services (joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma, pediatric orthopedics) and a team-based environment. dedicatedorthopedics.com+1A supportive, collaborative culture where therapists work closely with orthopedic specialists and assistants within a high-quality care setting.Chance to treat a varied caseload and help patients resume active, pain-free lives.Competitive compensation and benefits (to be discussed during interview).Growth and learning opportunities within a practice committed to excellence.Req #3299