Physical Therapist Assistant

Posterity Group; Derwood (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Posterity Group LLC, headquartered in Rockville, MD, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed therapists in providing care to veterans. You will assist with treatment plans, monitor patient progress, and ensure safe, clean therapy spaces.

The role emphasizes teamwork with therapists and clinical documentation. The ideal candidate has an associate degree from an accredited PTA program, active licensure, at least 3 years of experience, and strong interpersonal skills to support

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• State licensure or certification as PTA.
• At least 3 years of relevant PTA experience.
• Understanding of anatomy and physiology for safe patient care.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and clinical instructions.
• Strong patient care and interpersonal skills.
• Physical stamina and mobility for long standing and assisting patients.
• Attention to detail in documenting progress and ensuring correct exercises.
• Effective communication with patients and healthcare teams.
• Patience and motivational ability for patient adherence.
• Basic clinical and therapeutic skills.
• Time management and organization to handle multiple patients.
• Confidential handling of patient information.
• Problem-solving and adaptability for treatment adjustments.
• Teamwork and collaboration with therapists and staff.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care.

Responsibilities

• Take instruction from the Physical Therapist.
• Keep therapy area clean and infection-free.
• Administer treatments such as massage and stretching.
• Prepare equipment and arrange therapy spaces.
• Obtain patient history and document progress.
• Maintain patient progress records and responses to treatment.
• Guide patients to therapy areas and assist as needed.
• Encourage home exercises as prescribed.
• Monitor patients for adverse issues related to their condition.
• Provide observations-based input to therapists on treatment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Attention to detail

Stamina & mobility

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Associate degree from accredited PTA program

Job description

Description

Posterity Group LLC is a veteran owned, service-disabled small business, headquartered in Rockville, MD, that specializes in federal government contracting and staffing. We are working with VES (Veteran Evaluation Services) to staff Physical Therapist Assistants to provide their services to veterans in our Rockville, MD headquarters. The Physical Therapist Assistant is expected to perform the following:

• Take instruction from the Physical Therapist
• Ensure that therapy area is clean and tidy at all times to prevent infection
• Administer treatment to patients such as massaging and stretching
• Fix and arrange equipment for physical exercises and treatment and pack them up afterwards
• Interact closely with patients to obtain their medical history
• Keep records of patients’ daily progress and response to treatment
• Bring patients to areas of therapy and take them out afterwards
• Encourage patients to exercise at home as instructed by the Physical Therapist
• Observe patients closely to observe and prevent other heath issues that may arise due to their condition
• Make suggestions to the Physical Therapist on patients’ treatment based on observations.

Requirements

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program: Formal education provides the clinical knowledge and hands-on training needed to safely assist with patient care and rehabilitation exercises.
• State licensure or certification (required): Most regions require PTAs to be licensed, ensuring they meet professional standards and are qualified to provide patient care.
• At least 3 years of relevant experience
• Understanding of human anatomy and physiology: Knowledge of how the body moves and heals helps PTAs carry out treatment plans effectively and safely.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and clinical instructions: PTAs work under the supervision of physical therapists, so accurately following prescribed exercises and therapies is essential for patient recovery.
• Strong patient care and interpersonal skills: Working closely with patients requires empathy, encouragement, and the ability to build trust during recovery processes.
• Physical stamina and mobility: The role involves standing for long periods, assisting patients with movement, and demonstrating exercises.
• Attention to detail and accuracy: Properly documenting patient progress and ensuring exercises are performed correctly helps prevent injury and supports effective treatment.
• Communication skills with patients and healthcare teams: Clear communication ensures patients understand instructions and allows coordination with therapists and medical staff.
• Patience and motivational ability: Recovery can be slow and challenging, so PTAs must motivate patients and provide consistent encouragement.
• Basic clinical and therapeutic skills: Skills such as assisting with exercises, applying treatments (e.g., heat, ice, or electrical stimulation), and monitoring progress are essential.
• Time management and organization: Managing multiple patients and treatment sessions requires efficient scheduling and prioritization.
• Ability to handle sensitive patient information confidentially: Maintaining patient privacy and following healthcare regulations is critical in a medical setting.
• Problem-solving and adaptability: Patients may respond differently to treatment, requiring adjustments within the therapist’s plan.
• Teamwork and collaboration with healthcare professionals: Working alongside physical therapists and other staff ensures coordinated and effective patient care.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care: Ensuring proper techniques and monitoring patient responses helps prevent injury and supports successful rehabilitation.