Floater Physical Therapist Assistant — Growth & Specialties

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia Inc; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Continuing education

AI-powered documentation

Job summary

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia Inc. seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (Floater) to deliver outpatient rehabilitation across multiple clinics in Central Virginia. You will implement PT programs, monitor patient progress, and contribute to a collaborative care team under supervision of PTs and Clinical Directors.

The role supports professional growth with mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and involvement in clinic-level initiatives to improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant or ability to obtain it in Virginia.
• Previous outpatient setting experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Exercise, sports rehab, and manual-based skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by established protocols and guidelines.
• Ensure timely documentation (daily notes, progress reports, incident reports).
• Administer active and passive manual therapies and modalities (massage, heat, ultrasound, etc.).
• Administer traction to relieve neck and back pain.
• Instruct and assist patients in functional activities (ambulation, transfers, daily living).
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT and Clinical Director.
• Fit and train patients on braces, prostheses, and assistive devices.
• Collaborate with PT staff to plan and coordinate treatment programs.
• Measure range of motion and vital signs to evaluate treatment effects.

Skills

Outpatient rehab experience

CPR certification

Manual therapy skills

Documentation

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Virginia PTA license or eligible

Job description

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia Inc. seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant (Floater) to deliver outpatient rehabilitation across multiple clinics in Central Virginia. You will implement PT programs, monitor patient progress, and contribute to a collaborative care team under supervision of PTs and Clinical Directors.

The role supports professional growth with mentorship, continuing education opportunities, and involvement in clinic-level initiatives to improve patient outcomes.