Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (LPTA)

Inova Health; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading nonprofit healthcare provider as a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care while working in a supportive environment. You'll be responsible for documenting patient progress, educating families, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure effective treatment plans. With a commitment to team member health, Inova offers competitive pay, robust benefits, and opportunities for professional development. This is your chance to shape a compassionate future in healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling career.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Graduate of a licensed physical therapy assistant program.
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Completes daily progress notes reflecting patients' responses to treatment.
• Educates patients and families on home exercise programs and safety.
• Collaborates with healthcare team members for effective treatment.

Skills

Patient Education

Documentation Skills

Collaboration

Basic Life Support Certification

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assisting

Job description

*Inova Health *is seeking dedicated *Licensed Physical Therapy Assistants (LPTA) *to join our team. Positions are available across multiple locations and shifts including Full-Time and PRN opportunities. You can be considered for any position in the following counties/service areas in Northern Virginia:
* Arlington County
* Fairfax County
* Loudoun County
* Prince William County
* Alexandria City

_Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience._ _We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. _

*Featured Benefits:*
* *Committed to Team Member Health: *offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.
* *Retirement: *Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day.
* *Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: *offeringup to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.
* *Mental Health Support: *offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.
* *Work/Life Balance: *offeringpaid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and remote and hybrid career opportunities*.*



*Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Job Responsibilities:*
* Completes daily progress notes that reflect patients' responses to treatment and actual performance as well as an assessment as to status, relevant to the treatment plan, and eventual discharge needs/treatment summaries when applicable.
* Instructs ancillary staff in patient positioning, mobility, and caregiving. Educates patients and/or families in home exercise programs, transfers, caregiving, home safety, and the use of adaptive equipment.
* Documents clearly, concisely, and legibly within established timeframes (e.g. allows other therapists to continue treatment, allows for interpretation by payers, supports reimbursement).
* Includes families/caregivers in education/training as appropriate. Demonstrate collaboration in communication with team members and be open to feedback and receptive to change.
* Contacts families, physicians, or other healthcare team members in anticipation of patient/family special needs in a timely manner to facilitate effective treatment plans.
* Recognizes the need for alterations in the treatment method and overall plan as patients advance or regress and acts accordingly.
* Provides educational materials and methods appropriate to the patient's level of understanding and motivation.



*Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant Additional Requirements:*

Certification - Basic Life Support

Licensure - Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

VA License required

Experience - Graduate of a licensed physical therapy assistant program, new graduate of a licensed physical therapy assistant program

Education - Associate degree from a licensed physical therapy assistant program.



*About Us:*

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 25,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.

_Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law._

Job Types: Full-time, PRN

Pay: $25.61 - $41.74 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Neurology
* Orthopedics
* Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday



License/Certification:
* Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: In person