Position Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Location: Livingston, 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. You’ll work closely with orthopedic physicians, physician assistants, and therapy colleagues in a team‐oriented 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 well‐established orthopedic practice with a broad scope of services (joint replacement, sports medicine, trauma, pediatric orthopedics) and a team-based environment.
• A 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 #3537