PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant - Part time or Full time

Now Hiring: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Join Elevate Sports and Spine Physical Therapy Today!

Are you ready to love where you work and make an impact in your community? Elevate Sports and Spine, a locally owned orthopedic and sports rehab clinic, is looking for a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our growing team!

We specialize in sports rehab, general orthopedics, vestibular therapy, and more—and we believe great care starts with great clinicians!

What we believe in at Elevate SSPT

• True 1:1, patient-first care — no double-booking, no assembly line.
• Progressive treatment style — we believe in an individualized care approach and encourage creativity with treatments.
• Your Growth = Our Growth – we invest in continuing education, mentorship, and professional development.
• Great culture — collaborative, upbeat, and supportive. Your ideas matter.
• Work smarter, not harder — AI-assisted documentation to shrink note time and protect work-life balance, as well as more patient care time.
• Growth path — build your niche (e.g., sport rehab, vestibular, balance, return-to-run), lead classes, shape programs.
• Diverse & Engaging Cases – Get hands-on experience with sports injuries, vestibular conditions, orthopedic rehab, and more.
• Competitive compensation + sign-on bonus available

What you’ll do here

• Deliver hands-on, evidence-based treatments under PT supervision.
• Progress individualized plans, educate and motivate patients, and celebrate wins.
• Contribute to a positive, team-centric clinic atmosphere.
• Use modern tools/tech to streamline care and communication.

Perks & benefits

• Competitive pay $28-$36/ hour
• Sign on bonus for new grads and seasoned PTAs alike
• Medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• PTO + paid holidays
• Paid day off for your birthday
• Annual CEU allowance & mentorship
• AI-enhanced documentation to reduce admin load

Who you are

• Washington-licensed PTA (or eligible).
• Passionate about outpatient orthopedics/sports and other outpatient services
• A therapist capable of building strong rapport with clients from a variety of backgrounds through strong communication and empathy
• Team player who values autonomy, communication, and patient relationships.
• Comfortable with tech that supports better care (and fewer clicks).

Life in Lacey, WA (why PTAs love the South Sound)

• Growing, family-friendly city: Lacey’s population is ~60,380 (2025 est.), reflecting steady growth and a vibrant community.
• More affordable than big-city living: Compared with Seattle, overall costs are ~29% lower and housing ~51% lower.
• Parks & green space everywhere: Nearly 20% of the city is set aside for parks, natural areas, and open space—perfect for lunch-break walks and weekend adventures.
• Signature South Sound outdoors: Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge, Capitol State Forest for hiking and mountain biking, local lakes, Puget Sound beaches & trails for paddleboarding, kayaking, and family-friendly rides.
• Just one or two hours from the ocean or mountains, Seattle or Portland - plenty of choices for weekend adventures!

If you’re excited to grow clinically, treat the way you were trained, and join a tight-knit team that actually enjoys coming to work, we’d love to meet you. Apply today and help us build something special at Elevate Sports & Spine PT in Lacey, WA.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $27.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person