Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant — Hands-On Rehab

Veterans Health Administration; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Veterans Health Administration seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. The role supports prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of diverse impairments in veterans, with emphasis on safety and clinical effectiveness.

Applicants must meet educational/licensing requirements and be proficient in English; therapy may include outpatient and inpatient settings as part of a

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a PTA program accredited by the CAPTE.
• Current, full and unrestricted PTA license in the U.S. or DC.
• English proficiency for spoken and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a PT.
• Assist in treatment planning, data collection, and progress documentation.
• Support patient education and ensure safety during therapy sessions.
• Adapt and modify treatment plans as patients' needs change.

Skills

Evidence-based practice

Data collection

Adaptive treatment planning

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in PTA program

NPTE eligibility

Military PTA program graduate

Job description

The Veterans Health Administration seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver direct patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation. The role supports prevention, remediation, and rehabilitation of diverse impairments in veterans, with emphasis on safety and clinical effectiveness.

Applicants must meet educational/licensing requirements and be proficient in English; therapy may include outpatient and inpatient settings as part of a