Physical Therapist Assistant

Dubols Home Care; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading home health agency in Laurel, MD is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to support physical therapists in delivering quality patient care. Responsibilities include assisting in patient assessments, implementing rehabilitation plans, recording progress, and educating patients on health maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, rehabilitation expertise, and a valid state license. The position is on-site and requires collaboration with healthcare teams, making it essential for providing continuous patient care.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Maryland.
• CPR certification is a plus.
• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physical therapist in providing quality patient care.
• Execute rehabilitation plans and ensure continuity of care.
• Aid in patient assessments and implement therapy interventions.
• Record patient progress and educate patients and their families.

Skills

Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Skills

Patient Care and Quality Patient Care Skills

Experience in Orthopedics

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

Collaborative Work Skills

Education

Associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program

Job description

Overview

Dubols Home Care: A leading home health agency operating in the DMV is in need of Physical Therapist Assistants in Prince George's County, Montgomery County, and Howard County. (Must be open to serving Baltimore County, Anne Arundel County, and Charles County if needed)

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Physical Therapist Assistant in Laurel, MD. The Physical Therapist Assistant will assist the physical therapist in providing quality patient care, executing rehabilitation plans, and ensuring continuity of care. Day-to-day tasks include aiding in patient assessments, implementing therapy interventions, recording patient progress, and educating patients and their families about at-home exercises and health maintenance.

Qualifications

• Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Skills.
• Patient Care and Quality Patient Care Skills.
• Experience in Orthopedics.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a healthcare team.
• Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in the state of Maryland.
• CPR certification is a plus.
• Associate degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program.