Physical Therapy Aide

ATI Physical Therapy; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) match

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Telehealth access

Job summary

ATI Physical Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapy Aide to support patient care and assist clinicians. The role involves greeting patients, helping with intake and scheduling, preparing treatment spaces, and supporting prescribed home exercise programs.

The position emphasizes hands-on training, mentorship, and exposure to physical therapy, with benefits and an opportunity to grow within outpatient rehab settings.

Qualifications

• Greet and interact with patients during check-in and appointments.
• Assist clinicians with scheduling and intake processes.
• Prepare treatment areas and set up exercise equipment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with patients warmly both by phone and in person during the daily check-in process and throughout their appointment time.
• Promote an efficient patient intake and registration process and assist clinicians with timely scheduling.
• Effectively onboard new patients reviewing relevant paperwork, verifying benefits, and completion of medical forms.
• Support Physical Therapist by preparing and cleaning treatment areas, as well as setting up and adjusting exercise equipment.
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to the therapy team.
• Assist patients in performing exercises and support their prescribed home exercise programs.

Skills

Patient interaction

Scheduling assistance

Clinical support

Job description

Overview

Join a collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care as a Physical Therapy Aide , while gaining valuable healthcare skills that can launch your career. Work alongside leading experts in Physical and Occupational Therapy, playing a key role in supporting our patients' recovery. In this position, you’ll receive hands-on training, mentorship, and direct exposure to the field of physical therapy.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with patients warmly both by phone and in person during the daily check-in process and throughout their appointment time.
• Promote an efficient patient intake and registration process and assist clinicians with timely scheduling.
• Effectively onboard new patients reviewing relevant paperwork, verifying benefits, and completion of medical forms.
• Support Physical Therapist by preparing and cleaning treatment areas, as well as setting up and adjusting exercise equipment.
• Monitor patient progress and provide feedback the therapy team.
• Assist patients in performing exercises and support their prescribed home exercise programs.

Benefits Highlights

• Paid Time Off : Generous PTO, holiday pay, CEU, and Be Well Days to recharge, prioritize mental and physical health.
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage: Flexible plan options.
• 401(k) Match: Competitive employer matching.
• Childcare Tuition Assistance: Discounted rates.
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts: Tax-saving options.
• Short- & Long-Term Disability: 100% employer paid income protection plans.
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid and voluntary options.
• Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance : Paid time for new parents and support for adoption costs.
• Wellness Programs: Including weight-loss and lifestyle coaching, digital mental-health support, and 24/7 virtual telehealth access.*
• Corporate Discounts: Exclusive deals for employees.
• NEW 2026 benefit!

If you’re passionate about patient care and eager to work with a Great Place To Work Certified team, we’d love to hear from you!

ATI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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.

Virtual Employee?

No

Salary Range

$18-20 per hour

Location/Org Data : Dept Number

0497

Job Locations

US-MD-Silver Spring

Job Category

Outpatient Rehab - Clinical Support Staff

Pay Class

Full Time