Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
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Job overview
Thrive Proactive Health is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). Thrive Proactive Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant for an outpatient sport and spine private practice in Virginia Beach, VA. This role is ideal for a PTA who enjoys working with an active population and wants more than repetitive protocols, offering a collaborative, interdisciplinary clinic environment with a strong emphasis on biomechanics and Postural Restoration® principles.
Key focus areas include Deliver therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, Review plans of care and execute progressive treatment strategies, and Monitor patient response and communicate changes to supervising PT.
Successful candidates bring Active Virginia PTA License. Important skills include Deliver Therapeutic Interventions, Review Plans Of Care, Execute Progressive Treatment Strategies, Monitor Patient Response, Communicate Changes To Supervising PT, and Support Progression Of Exercise Programs. Preferred (not required): Working With Active Population, Biomechanics, Postural Restoration Principles, and PRI-Based Assessment.
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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
Virginia Beach, VA | Outpatient Sports & Spine
Full-Time Interest Encouraged | Start Part-Time (~20–25 hrs) and Grow to Full-Time
Thrive Proactive Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our outpatient sport and spine private practice.
This role is ideal for a PTA who enjoys working with an active population and wants more than repetitive protocols. You’ll work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary clinic that blends Physical Therapy, Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Massage, and Fitness — with a strong emphasis on biomechanics and Postural Restoration® principles.
We are open to starting part-time (approximately 20–25 hours/week) with a structured pathway to full-time as caseload grows. Full-time interest is encouraged to apply. Active Virginia PTA License required.
Compensation
$30–$36/hour depending on experience
Opportunity for performance-based increases as caseload and contribution grow
What You’ll Do
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Deliver therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist
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Review plans of care and execute progressive treatment strategies
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Monitor patient response and communicate changes to supervising PT
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Support progression of exercise programs and functional retraining
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Maintain timely documentation within required standards
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Contribute to positive patient experience and retention
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Collaborate with interdisciplinary providers when appropriate
What Makes This Different
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Outpatient orthopedic and sport/spine focus
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Average daily flow supports quality care (not a mill model)
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Exposure to PRI-based assessment and interdisciplinary collaboration
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In-house mentorship and skill development
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Opportunity to grow into advanced PTA roles within the practice
Who Thrives Here
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PTA with outpatient ortho experience preferred
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Clinician who values strong communication and team collaboration
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Organized, dependable, and patient-centered
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Interested in growing clinically — not staying static
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Comfortable adapting within a busy but supportive environment
Why Thrive
We are a privately owned, Postural Restoration® Certified Center with a reputation for thoughtful care and strong team culture.
We value:
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Ownership
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Continuous Improvement
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Reliability
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Growth Mindset
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Customer-Centric Care
If you are looking for a place to build skills, contribute meaningfully, and grow into a full-time role within a stable and expanding practice, we would welcome your application.
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