PTA - Orthopedics & Sports Rehab Specialist

Ortholonestar; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Ortho Lone Star seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist in Kingwood, TX. The role focuses on orthopedic and sports rehabilitation with a manageable caseload of 10–12 patients daily.

You will deliver therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and home exercise programs, while documenting progress and assisting with clinic operations. A CAPTE-accredited PTA program degree and Texas licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Texas PTA license current and in good standing.
• 1–2 years of outpatient orthopedic/manual therapy experience preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EMR/PM software.
• Ability to read and interpret medical records and therapy protocols.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under supervising PT and adjust interventions based on patient response.
• Provide therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities as delegated.
• Instruct patients and caregivers in home exercise programs and safety.
• Observe and communicate patient progress to the supervising PT for plan adjustments.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation per clinic policies and state regulations.
• Assist in supervising PT technicians and students as directed by PT.
• Support clinic operations, equipment maintenance, and community activities.

Skills

Clinical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Therapeutic exercise

Manual therapy

Documentation

Time management

Evidence-based practice

Education

Associate degree from CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR/PM software

Job description

Ortho Lone Star seeks a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to work under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist in Kingwood, TX. The role focuses on orthopedic and sports rehabilitation with a manageable caseload of 10–12 patients daily.

You will deliver therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and home exercise programs, while documenting progress and assisting with clinic operations. A CAPTE-accredited PTA program degree and Texas licensure are required.