Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)

HealthPro Heritage; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage is seeking a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join their rehab team at The Fairfax in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. This role involves empowering seniors to regain independence, creating treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Candidates should have a valid state license and preferably experience in geriatrics. HealthPro offers a competitive benefits package, growth opportunities, and a supportive, mission-driven work culture.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Virginia or license eligible.
• Experience in geriatrics or long-term care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
• Monitor and document patient progress and educate patients and families.
• Accurately document patient treatments and collaborate with healthcare professionals.

Skills

Assessment and diagnostic skills

Therapeutic abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

Therapy equipment

Electronic health record systems

Job description

Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a great Physical Therapist Assistant opportunity available to join our large rehab team at The Fairfax at Ft. Belvoir in Ft. Belvoir, Virginia!

Are you a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant looking to make a real difference in the lives of seniors? At HealthPro Heritage, you will work at a leading long-term care facility, we don’t just offer a job — we offer purpose, connection, and community.

Full Time, Part Time and PRN hours available!

• Full time/Part time pay range: $35-38 with some room room for negotiation
• PRN rate is $40 an hour

What You’ll Do:

• Empower residents to regain independence and improve quality of life
• Create personalized treatment plans and work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team
• Support daily activities, adaptive techniques, and cognitive rehab
• Bring compassion, creativity, and clinical expertise to every session

What We’re Looking For:

• Licensed Physical Therapist (OTR/L) in Virginia
• Experience in geriatrics or long-term care is a plus
• Strong communication, compassion, and a can-do spirit

Why work for HealthPro Heritage?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, schools, and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.