PTA – Outpatient Orthopedics & Rehab Team

Orthopt; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic and rehabilitation team in Lincoln. You will work closely with licensed Physical Therapists and physicians to guide patients recovering from injury or surgery to regain function and return to an active lifestyle.

The role emphasizes individualized treatment plans, safe movement strategies, and accurate progress documentation.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Nebraska PTA license or eligibility.
• Outpatient orthopedic or sports medicine experience preferred; new grads are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized 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, endurance, and overall function.
• Apply appropriate modalities and manual techniques to support recovery and pain management.
• Observe, measure, and document patient progress, and communicate updates and concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs, injury prevention, and safe movement strategies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation in accordance with clinic policies and regulatory standards.
• Contribute to a positive, professional, and supportive clinic culture focused on high-quality, patient-centered care.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Adaptability

Education

Accredited PTA program graduate

Nebraska PTA license

Job description

Nebraska Orthopaedic Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our outpatient orthopedic and rehabilitation team in Lincoln. You will work closely with licensed Physical Therapists and physicians to guide patients recovering from injury or surgery to regain function and return to an active lifestyle.

The role emphasizes individualized treatment plans, safe movement strategies, and accurate progress documentation.