Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Hospital — a full-service acute care facility and home to the Abrazo Surgical Institute in the Phoenix, AZ metro area — is recruiting a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA) to join its rehabilitation team. This hospital-based role places you inside a comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine program supported by navigational surgical technology, outpatient rehabilitation services, and enhanced diagnostic imaging. The position offers a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment with direct PT supervision and a strong institutional commitment to continuing education and professional growth.
Perks and Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities, including educational workshops, conferences, and in-services
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Hospital-based role at a full-service acute care campus with specialized surgical, orthopedic, and rehabilitation service lines
- Home to the Abrazo Surgical Institute, featuring navigational technology for orthopedic procedures and sports medicine
- Comprehensive orthopedic care program — a primary referral driver for the rehabilitation team
- Outpatient rehabilitation services complement the inpatient acute care setting
- Enhanced diagnostic imaging on-site to support clinical decision-making and treatment planning
- Emergency care department on campus, contributing to a broad acute care patient population
- Multidisciplinary team model: LPTAs work under direct PT supervision and collaborate with medical staff, nursing, and allied health professionals on patient progress, discharge planning, and care coordination
- Active staff education culture — LPTAs participate in medical and nursing staff education initiatives to improve quality of care
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program; Certificate or Associate Degree required
- Current, active licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Arizona
- Current CPR certification required
- One year of clinical PTA experience preferred
- Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members
- Demonstrated ability to document patient care efficiently, prioritize patient needs, and meet departmental productivity standards
About the Community
Scottsdale sits within the greater Phoenix metropolitan area — one of the fastest-growing regions in the country — offering a combination of urban amenities, world-class dining and arts, and year-round outdoor recreation including hiking, golf, and desert trail systems. The area is known for its highly rated school districts, low state income tax, and relatively affordable cost of living compared to other major Sun Belt metros. Clinicians relocating to the Valley of the Sun gain access to a vibrant healthcare ecosystem alongside a lifestyle that draws professionals from across the country.