Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Orthopedics

Therapy Partner Solutions•Arden, NC

3d•$27 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Therapy Partner Solutions (TPS) is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant for its outpatient orthopedic practice in Arden, North Carolina. TPS is therapist-owned and operated and has more than 15 outpatient clinics in the greater Asheville area. The organization emphasizes appropriate caseloads, patient access, clinician support, and professional growth, and collaborates with UNC Health Pardee colleagues and surgeons to provide comprehensive care. The diverse caseload includes non-surgical and post-operative patients across sports performance, joint and spine care, with opportunities to work in neurologic and vestibular rehabilitation if desired. Clinicians average 13 patients per eight-hour day, with schedule adjustments for specialty interventions and patients with complex needs or safety concerns. The practice emphasizes individualized treatment, strong PT/PTA care teams, patient trust, and a welcoming environment. Clinicians can shape their practice around their interests and may pursue advancement opportunities such as clinic leadership, directing or opening a clinic, or becoming a clinical instructor. Compensation is $26.50–$33.00 per hour, based on experience, with an annual incentive bonus of up to $9,000 and a $4,000 sign-on bonus. The role includes a $1,500 annual continuing education allowance and mentorship.

Requirements

Graduate or be soon to graduate from an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
Be a licensed physical therapist assistant or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services to outpatient patients, including non-surgical and post-operative patients.
Support individualized patient treatment and recovery in collaboration with physical therapist care teams.
Work with a diverse caseload that may include sports performance, joint and spine care, and, if desired, neurologic and vestibular rehabilitation.
Adjust scheduling as needed to accommodate specialty interventions and patients with complex needs or safety concerns.

Benefits

Up to $9,000 annual incentive bonus.
$4,000 sign-on bonus.
$1,500 annual continuing education allowance.
Student Loan Assistance Program.
Three weeks of front-loaded paid time off and six paid holidays for full-time employees.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance available the first month after start.
401(k) with a 50% employer match.
Company-paid life insurance and AD&D.
Employee Assistance Program with counseling services.
Additional voluntary coverages.
APTA NC annual dues covered.
In-house continuing education courses and certifications.
Virtual Clinician Development Series.
Team-based learning sessions.
Paid licensure renewal.
Clinical mentorship program.