About this role
Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient Orthopedics
Grow Your Physical Therapist Assistant Career with Us!
At Drayer, part of the Upstream Rehabilitation network, you’ll have the support, mentorship, and tools you need to thrive as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in a modern outpatient orthopedic setting.
We’re hiring full-time, part-time, and PRN PTAs who are passionate about helping patients recover movement and return to the activities they love. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced clinician, you’ll find a collaborative environment, competitive pay, and a clear career path that grows with you.
Why Clinicians Choose Drayer
- Competitive Physical Therapist Assistant hourly rate: $27.00 - $34.00/hour
- Achievable monthly clinical bonus program, over 90% of clinicians qualify
- 100% employer paid medical health insurance premium option available
- Dental and Vision insurance
- 401k with company match
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- Structured onboarding and mentorship for new-grad PTAs
- Robust continuing education and CEU opportunities through Upstream - with annual allowance!
- Pathways for professional development and long-term career advancement
- Modern clinical technology that reduces documentation time so you can focus on patients
- A supportive team and leadership invested in your success
What You’ll Do as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
- Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans
- Track patient progress and collaborate closely with your clinical team
- Foster positive relationships with patients, providers, and your local community
- Continue your professional growth through Upstream’s mentorship and learning programs
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- Active South Carolina PTA license (or eligibility)
A Better Place to Build Your PTA Career
When you join Upstream Rehabilitation, you get the strength of a national network with the feel of a local clinic.
Our central support teams handle the administrative work, so you can focus on what matters most — the patient in front of you. With a network of over 1,200 clinics coast-to-coast across 26 brand partners, we lead the industry in quality outcomes, leveraging data, technology, and innovation to reduce paperwork and give you more time for care.
You’ll be part of a fantastic group of clinicians who shape our culture, create a positive work environment, and know how to have fun along the way. It’s easy to see why so many Physical Therapists choose to grow their careers with Upstream.
Estimated pay ranges listed above are based on several factors including but not limited to your pay class, experience, background and geographic location of the clinic
Benefits and eligibility are dependent on employment status and pay class (full-time, part-time, or PRN). Specific details will be provided during the hiring process.
Upstream Rehabilitation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment where our differences are celebrated for the value they bring to our communities, our patients and our teammates. Upstream Rehabilitation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other status protected under applicable law.
Other facts
About Upstream Rehabilitation
Part of the Upstream Rehabilitation family of clinical care, BenchMark Physical Therapy is a leading operator of outpatient physical therapy clinics in the United States. Founded in 1995 with a single center in Ooltewah, Tennessee, BenchMark Physical Therapy quickly grew to deliver physical therapy services through an expanding network of hundreds of clinics nationwide.
We built our business to provide exceptional patient care, empower our clinicians with the best possible education, and give back to our communities. Our physical therapists know that connecting with patients on a personal level helps to build trust. This trust is crucial in allowing patients and physical therapists to work together to make the best use of our advanced certifications and refined techniques. Our patient-centered approach to physical therapy leads to more positive outcomes for patients and physical therapists.
We believe in the professional development of our people and invest in advanced educational opportunities so they can better meet the needs of patients. Our ever-growing number of Certified Manual Therapists and board-certified Orthopedic Specialists lets us offer more treatment options to support a wide range of patients. We also believe in measuring our progress with patients and physical therapists to evaluate and optimize results continually.
Our success has several contributing factors:
Hiring the right therapists; those with both academic and clinical excellence
Unparalleled customer service and best-in-class patient care
Local and regional density
We strive to provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates differences and appreciates patients and practitioners alike for the incredible value they bring to our communities. In addition, we are committed to DEI and focusing on diversifying our workforce at every opportunity.
What you'll do
- Deliver hands-on, evidence-based care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Help patients improve mobility, strength, and function through individualized treatment plans.
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