PTA

About the role

We are seeking a high-energy, licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide exceptional, hands-on orthopedic care and streamline daily clinical operations at our private spine and orthopedic practice. In this role, you will work directly under the supervision of our Physical Therapists to implement customized treatment plans for patients recovering from spinal surgeries, sports injuries, and complex orthopedic conditions. You will balance direct clinical patient care with essential clinic maintenance to ensure an efficient, welcoming environment.

Florida Spine Associates is a premier, multidisciplinary spine specialty private practice specializing in world-class orthopedic spine surgery, interventional pain management, and dedicated physical therapy. With regional clinics spanning South Florida—including Boca Raton, Boynton Beach, Wellington, Delray, West Palm Beach, and Fort Lauderdale—our elite team of board-certified, fellowship-trained physicians is dedicated to restoring our patients' quality of life using cutting-edge, innovative technologies. Unlike facility and corporate hospital networks, we operate on an agile, independent private practice model, offering deeply personalized, compassionate patient care and clinical autonomy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver therapeutic exercises and progression protocols as outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Perform manual techniques, stretching, and soft tissue mobilization within your licensed scope of practice.
• Apply modalities including ultrasound, electrical stimulation, mechanical traction, and heat/ice therapies.
• Monitor, document, and report patient response, tolerance, and progress during each session.
• Greet patients, guide them to treatment areas, and assist with safe transfers or mobility guarding.
• Instruct and correct patients on proper biomechanics and exercise form.
• Act as a motivational partner, keeping patients engaged and comfortable throughout their recovery.
• Clean, sanitize, and reset treatment tables, pillowcases, and exercise equipment between patient uses.
• Manage clinical inventory by tracking, ordering, and stocking therapy supplies and linens.
• Assist the front desk with scheduling, patient check-ins, or phone inquiries during peak hours.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program.
• Active Florida Physical Therapist Assistant license in good standing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) / CPR certification.
• Excellent communication, strong organizational abilities, and a warm, empathetic patient manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in an outpatient orthopedic, spine, or sports medicine setting.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) software and digital home exercise program (HEP) platforms.
• Experience in Aquatic therapy (for Delray location but not required).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and crouch for extended periods.
• Capability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with heavy patient transfers or resistance training.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage or salary based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Continuing education allowance to maintain licensure requirements.