Day-Shift PTA: Rehab Therapist Assistant | Growth & Benefits

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Carrollton, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Savings plans

Career advancement opportunities

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Job summary

Sentara Therapy St Luke's in Carrollton, Virginia, is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant for a full-time, day-shift role. You will administer therapies under the supervision of a physical therapist and contribute to treatment plans and patient progress documentation.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and BLS certification. Sentara offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a not-for-profit healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• BLS certification (AHA) required.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Assist in development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document progress.
• Provide age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers and supervise team members as needed.
• Perform modalities/therapeutic interventions by standards of care and department policies.
• Contribute to updates in the formal plan of care to address patient needs.
• Provide instruction to patient and family through education programs or individualized training.
• Collaborate with internal and external team members to improve patient outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Sentara Therapy St Luke's in Carrollton, Virginia, is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant for a full-time, day-shift role. You will administer therapies under the supervision of a physical therapist and contribute to treatment plans and patient progress documentation.

The ideal candidate holds an associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and BLS certification. Sentara offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a not-for-profit healthcare system.