Physical Therapist Assistant

Health Watchers PT & Wellness; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Watchers PT & Wellness in Reston, VA is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for full-time or part-time work. You will provide true one-on-one patient care and help patients return to activities they love.

You will work with a Diploma & Fellow of AAOMPT (FAAOMPT) Physical Therapist and have exposure to advanced orthopedic care grounded in MDT, plus regenerative technologies like Shockwave Therapy and EMTT.

Qualifications

• True one-on-one patient care — no double booking or rushing between patients.
• Work closely with a Diploma & Fellow of AAOMPT (FAAOMPT) Physical Therapist and published author.
• Exposure to advanced orthopedic care grounded in MDT principles.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge regenerative technologies, including Shockwave Therapy and EMTT.
• A small, collaborative team environment — not a corporate clinic.
• Opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in patients’ lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under supervision with a focus on patient progress.
• Educate patients and guide them through recovery journeys.
• Collaborate with licensed therapists to optimize treatment plans.
• Participate in community workshops or educational content when possible.

Skills

Patient care

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Educating patients

Education

PTA certification

State licensure potential

Job description

We’re Hiring: Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Full-Time or Part time

Are you a Physical Therapist Assistant who values quality care over patient volume?

Do you enjoy building real relationships with patients and seeing them make meaningful progress?

Our growing cash-based physical therapy practice (participating with Medicare) is looking for a full-time PTA to join our team and help deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment.

What Makes This Role Different

• True one-on-one patient care — no double booking or rushing between patients
• Work closely with a Diploma & Fellow of AAOMPT (FAAOMPT) Physical Therapist and published author
• Exposure to advanced orthopedic care grounded in MDT principles
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge regenerative technologies, including Shockwave Therapy and EMTT
• A small, collaborative team environment — not a corporate clinic
• Opportunity to grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in patients’ lives

Our goal is simple: provide high-quality care and help patients return to the activities they love.

• Is passionate about helping patients move and feel better
• Builds trust and rapport easily with patients
• Values learning and professional growth
• Works well as part of a collaborative team
• Is comfortable educating patients and guiding them through their recovery journey
• Is open to participating in community workshops or educational content

If you’re looking for a role where you can practice with purpose and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you.