Physical Therapist Assistant

TMC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 49,593 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!

Flexible Scheduling

CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements

13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays

Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!

Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities

Mental Wellbeing Support Program

Health, Dental, and Vision

Retirement benefits (including 401k company match)

Job summary

TMC is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant in Washington, DC. This full-time role involves assisting with patient care, leading rehabilitation exercises, and educating families. The ideal candidate should have a degree from an accredited PTA program and a valid state certification. Benefits include tuition reimbursement, flexible scheduling, paid time off, health benefits, and retirement plans. Join TMC to grow your career while making a significant impact on patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current license/certification in the state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist.
• Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities.
• Ensure proper application of various treatment modalities.
• Educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies.
• Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions.

Skills

Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Current license/certification in the state of practice

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Department: Quality Care Rehab

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Ascension Living Carroll Manor

Reporting To: Richard Bassett

Compensation: $36.00 - $39.00 / hour

Description

TMC is a therapy provider that brings physical, occupational, and speech therapy services to long term care providers. We are growing and looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team.

We want a PTA that believes in the benefits of physical therapy and has a passion for what they do. Giving back is at the core of everything we do. TMC is committed to our team members, helping them enhance skills, remain current on regulations, stay up to date on innovative technology, and advance their personal and professional growth. If you are looking for an opportunity where you can see your career grow and be part of something incredible, TMC is the place for you. We take pride in offering growth opportunities as we seek leadership within our current teams. TMC is also committed to a culture of caring, not just for those we serve, but for our own team members.

Key Responsibilities

As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you are an integral part of the rehabilitation team, working under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help patients regain movement, alleviate pain, and restore function following injury, illness, or surgery.

Here’s an outline of the primary responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant:

• Patient Care Implementation: Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist to address patients' specific rehabilitation goals and functional needs.
• Therapeutic Exercise and Activities: Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities designed to enhance their physical function and promote recovery. Physical Therapist Assistants instruct patients on proper exercise techniques, monitor their progress, and provide feedback to ensure safe and effective participation.
• Modalities and Physical Agents: Physical Therapist Assistants ensure the proper application of various treatment modalities, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment parameters as necessary to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
• Patient and Family Education: Physical Therapist Assistants educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies, proper body mechanics, and techniques for managing pain and discomfort.
• Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions, documenting their progress and any changes in functional status or treatment tolerance. Physical Therapist Assistants communicate regularly with the supervising physical therapist, providing updates on patient progress and collaborating on adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.

Benefits

• New Grad Tuition Reimbursement Available!
• Flexible Scheduling.
• CEU and State Licensure Reimbursements.
• 13 Days of PTO and 6 Paid Holidays.
• Plus one free Floating Holiday every year!
• Internal Growth and Leadership Opportunities.
• Mental Wellbeing Support Program.
• Health, Dental, and Vision.
• Retirement benefits (including 401k company match).