Physical Therapist Assistant Baltimore

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 36,616 - 60,462; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant I to work under a licensed Physical Therapist and implement treatment plans for homebound patients. The role requires independence, strong clinical skills, and adapting to diverse home environments while following Medicare guidelines.

Responsibilities include documenting progress, coordinating care with the rehab team, and ensuring safety and quality of care. A.A.

Qualifications

• A.A. degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Maryland Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• CPR certification for adult and pediatric patients.
• Valid Maryland driver’s license with auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• 1+ year of clinical care experience preferred (acute, subacute, or home health).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist, following frequency and duration specifications.
• Document patient progress, strength, ROM, balance, and mobility using objective measures.
• Communicate with patients, caregivers, physicians, and rehab team to coordinate care.
• Conduct discharge planning and refer for ongoing services as needed.
• Provide patient education and address safety needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with regulations; participate in continuing education.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Time management

Organization skills

Infection control knowledge

Emergency preparedness knowledge

Education

A.A. degree PTA program

Maryland PTA license

CPR (Adult & Pediatric)

Maryland driver’s license

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant I

Location: Greenspring area & West Baltimore County & City
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

As a Physical Therapist Assistant I, you will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to execute treatment plans for homebound patients. This role requires independence, strong clinical skills, and the ability to adapt to diverse home environments while adhering to Medicare and ICAHO guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist, ensuring adherence to frequency and duration specifications.

• Document patient progress, strength, ROM, balance, and functional mobility using objective measures.

• Communicate effectively with patients, caregivers, physicians, and the rehab team to coordinate care.

• Conduct discharge planning and make referrals for ongoing services as needed.

• Provide patient/caregiver education and address safety needs.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in compliance with agency, state, and federal regulations.

• Participate in continuing education, in-services, and departmental initiatives.

Qualifications

• Education: A.A. Degree from an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.

• Licensure/Certification:

  • Current Maryland Physical Therapist Assistant License.

  • Certification in Adult and Pediatric CPR.

  • Valid Maryland Driver’s License, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

• Experience: 1+ year in clinical care (acute, subacute, or home health preferred).

• Skills:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently and adapt to varied home environments.

  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.

  • Knowledge of infection control and emergency preparedness.

Salary Range: Minimum $26.58/hour - Maximum $43.89/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.