Physical Therapist Assistant

MedStar Health; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health in Maryland is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy services to patients under supervision of a licensed physical therapist, per state requirements where practicing. You will contribute to treatment planning, training, and equipment recommendations.

The ideal candidate demonstrates professional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy, uses varied treatment approaches independently, and thrives in a collaborative team to support

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant school.
• Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Maryland/DC/VA licensure required as deemed necessary for location.
• American Heart Association BLS CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to patients under supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Perform treatment, training, and equipment recommendations as part of patient care.
• Collaborate with the care team to support patient outcomes.

Skills

Teamwork

Independent treatment approaches

General PT practice

Education

Graduate of accredited PTA program

Associate degree as PTA

Job description

The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide physical therapy services to patients including treatment, training, and equipment recommendations under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist according to the state requirements of which the provider is practicing. The ideal candidate will be a Physical Therapy Assistant with professional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy; demonstrated independent use of varied treatment approaches; and the ability to work in a team environment.

MedStar Health is a great place to work and grow your career. We provide a supportive and inclusive work environment, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous PTO, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and many other benefits focused on your wellbeing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant school.
• Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Maryland, District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure required as deemed necessary for your specific location(s).
• American Heart Association's BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) certification.

About MedStar Health

MedStar Health is dedicated to providing the highest quality care for people in Maryland and the Washington, D.C., region, while advancing the practice of medicine through education, innovation, and research. Our team of 33,000 includes physicians, nurses, residents, fellows, and many other clinical and non-clinical associates working in a variety of settings across our health system, including 10 hospitals and more than 300 community-based locations, the largest home health provider in the region, and highly respected institutes dedicated to research and innovation. As the medical education and clinical partner of Georgetown University for more than 20 years, MedStar Health is dedicated not only to teaching the next generation of doctors, but also to the continuing education, professional development, and personal fulfillment of our whole team. Together, we use the best of our minds and the best of our hearts to serve our patients, those who care for them, and our communities. It's how we treat people.