Physical Therapist Assistant

FutureCare; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Career growth ladder

401K plan matching

Employee assistance

Job summary

FutureCare in Landover, MD is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment plans for residents, helping manage pain, restore movement, and improve muscle function. This hands-on role emphasizes empathy and clear communication with residents and families.

Responsibilities include providing PT treatments under a licensed therapist, documenting progress, and ensuring safety by stopping harmful procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license or eligible for license in Maryland.
• Experience in long-term or sub-acute settings.
• Membership in APTA preferred.
• Ability to follow therapist directions and facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments to residents according to evaluations and plans.
• Exercise sound judgment and deliver effective, safe care.
• Observe, record, and report changes to the licensed therapist.
• Track need for reassessment and report changes requiring reassessment or referral.
• Maintain daily treatment records and progress notes.
• Discontinue any harmful procedures and notify staff and therapist.
• Ensure care is reviewed by the licensed Physical Therapist per regulations.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication

Observation skills

Record keeping

Education

Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

Overview

At FutureCare our Physical Therapist Assistants implement treatment plans to help our residents manage pain, restore movement, and improve muscle function while educating our residents and their families on continued care. This is a highly physical hands-on role that requires empathy and strong communication with residents.

Proud to be the only healthcare company in Baltimore to be named a “Top Workplace” for 14 years in a row and recognized in US Newsweek as “Best Nursing Homes”, FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care. We are known for recognizing hard work and dedication and reward our team members for their compassion and care. We also offer a Competitive Salary, Excellent Benefits Package, Flex/Advance Pay, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Career Growth Ladder, Employee Referral Bonus Program, Employee Assistance, and matching 401K Plan.

*Salary Range $33.25- $44.11/HR * #INDOTHER

Salary Disclosure Statement

The salary mentioned above reflects the potential base pay range for this role. Bonuses or other incentives (if applicable) are offered separately and paid pursuant to the relevant program schedule. All employment offers will consider such factors as overall experience, job-related qualifications, location, certifications/training, etc.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments to residents according to evaluations and treatment plans developed by the licensed Physical Therapist
• Exercise sound judgment and provide effective and efficient care in the performance of duties
• Observe, record, and report change in conditions, reactions and responses to the resident Physical Therapist as assigned
• Track the need for reassessment and reports changes in status that may indicate the need for reassessment or referral
• Maintain daily records of treatments and documents progress notes on residents as directed by the therapist
• Discontinue immediately any treatment procedure that appears harmful to the resident/patient and notifies the licensed physical therapist and other appropriate staff
• Ensure appropriate review of care rendered is performed by the licensed Physical Therapist according to practice regulations

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program
• Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the State of Maryland
• Training or experience in long-term or sub-acute setting
• Prefer active membership in the state and national American Physical Therapy Association
• Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and the policies and procedures of the facility

Equal Opportunity Employer

FutureCare has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all and welcome all applications.