Physical Therapist Assistant

Davita Inc.; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Virginia is seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant for their Fairfax location. This role includes responsibilities such as instructing patients and staff, ensuring effective communication in treatment, and documenting progress meticulously. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, commitment to team member health, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement matching

Tuition and student loan assistance

Mental health support sessions

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant certification required.
• Basic Life Support certification necessary.
• Experience as a graduate of a licensed PTA program, new graduates considered.

Responsibilities

• Completes daily progress notes reflecting patients' responses to treatment.
• Instructs patients and staff in caregiving and home exercise programs.
• Documents communication within established timeframes for seamless treatment.

Skills

Patient Education

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree from a licensed physical therapy assistant program

Job description

Inova Physical Therapy Center, Fair Oaks location is looking to add a full time Physical Therapy Assistant to our growing team. This is a full time position, 40 hours a week, Monday - Friday, Two evening shifts until 7:00 PM. We offer a 1:1 patient treatment model, a formal mentorship program a commitment to continuing education and personal growth. We also offer student loan assistance along with a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation.

https://www.inova.org/locations/inova-physical-therapy-center-fair-oaks

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.

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.