Physical Therapist Assistant - West Phoenix, AZ

### Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) **Location:** West Phoenix, AZ **Job Type:** Full-Time **Schedule:** Monday–Friday | Outpatient Physical Therapy Clinic ### Help Patients Recover. Restore Movement. Change Lives. Are you a licensed **Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)** who is passionate about helping patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love? We're looking for a compassionate and motivated PTA to join our growing outpatient physical therapy team in **West Phoenix, Arizona**. This is an opportunity to work alongside experienced Physical Therapists in a collaborative, patient-centered environment where your contributions make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're an experienced PTA or looking to continue growing your career in outpatient rehabilitation, you'll find a supportive team, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to build lasting relationships with your patients. ### Why You'll Love Working Here - Monday–Friday schedule with evenings and weekends free - Established outpatient clinic with a collaborative team culture - One-on-one patient interaction and continuity of care - Supportive leadership and experienced Physical Therapists - Opportunities for professional growth and continued learning - Positive, patient-first environment focused on quality outcomes - Modern clinic equipped to deliver exceptional rehabilitation services ### About the Role As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll work under the direction of licensed Physical Therapists to implement individualized treatment plans that help patients recover from orthopedic injuries, surgeries, neurological conditions, and other musculoskeletal disorders. You'll play an important role in each patient's recovery by providing hands-on treatment, monitoring progress, educating patients on home exercise programs, and encouraging them throughout their rehabilitation journey. ### What You'll Do - Implement treatment plans developed by the supervising Physical Therapist - Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, functional mobility training, and rehabilitation activities - Monitor patient progress and communicate updates to the supervising therapist - Educate patients on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and wellness strategies - Document treatments, patient responses, and progress accurately in the electronic medical record - Build positive relationships with patients, families, physicians, and fellow team members - Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient treatment environment - Assist with training and mentoring Physical Therapy Technicians - Follow OSHA, infection control, HIPAA, and organizational policies at all times - Contribute to a collaborative culture focused on exceptional patient outcomes ### What We're Looking For We're looking for someone who is: - Passionate about helping patients achieve their rehabilitation goals - Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused - A strong communicator who enjoys working with people - Team-oriented and collaborative - Organized with excellent documentation skills - Motivated to continue learning and growing professionally ### Required Qualifications - Associate's Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program - Current Arizona Physical Therapist Assistant license - Minimum of one year of outpatient physical therapy experience preferred - Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain ### Knowledge & Skills - Strong understanding of outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation principles - Experience implementing therapeutic exercise and functional treatment programs - Knowledge of OSHA regulations and infection prevention standards - Familiarity with electronic medical record (EMR) systems - Strong clinical observation, critical thinking, and communication skills - Ability to safely assist patients with mobility, transfers, and therapeutic activities - Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform the physical dem…