Physical Therapist Assistant - Floater

U.S. Physical Therapy, Inc.; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off 21 days

Job summary

Rehab Associates is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (Floater) to support multiple outpatient clinics across Central Virginia. You will implement therapy programs, follow recovery plans, and help patients regain function in daily activities.

The role emphasizes compassionate patient care, documentation, and collaboration with the clinical team, with opportunities for mentorship and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant or ability to obtain it in Virginia.
• Previous outpatient setting experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience with exercise, sports rehab, and manual-based skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care by established protocols and guidelines.
• Maintain timely documentation including daily notes and reports.
• Administer active and passive manual therapy, modalities, and assistive devices.
• Assist with patient training for functional activities and ambulation.
• Observe and report patient responses and progress to PT/Clinical Director.
• Collaborate with PT staff to plan and coordinate treatments.

Skills

Patient care

Manual therapy

Exercise instruction

Documentation

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Job description

Company Description

For more than 60 years , Rehab Associates has been helping patients throughout Central Virginia move better, feel better, and live better. Today, with 19 outpatient clinics across the region, we've grown our footprint without losing sight of what matters most—creating an environment where our clinicians feel supported, empowered, and excited about their careers.

This will be a Physical Therapist Assistant - Resource (Floater) position that will float to different clinics depending on the need.

When you join Rehab Associates, you'll enjoy:

• AI-powered documentation available to every clinician, helping reduce documentation time and improve work-life balance
• A comprehensive mentorship program lasting 12+ months and tailored to your professional goals
• Robust continuing education with both internal and external learning opportunities
• Clear career advancement pathways , including leadership and clinic management opportunities
• A nationally recognized team known for exceptional patient outcomes and clinical excellence

Expand Your Expertise! We offer specialty practice opportunities in Pelvic Health, Vestibular, Concussion, Spine, TMJ, Foot & Ankle , and many other clinical specialties. Whether you're looking to develop a niche or grow your skills, we'll support your professional interests with mentorship and continuing education support!

Job Description

We are very proud of our services and the depth of knowledge and passion we bring to them. You will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments. You are equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as individuals. You know your goal is to execute a program to restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.

• Provides patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Responsible for timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, and incident reports.
• Provide comprehensive patient care, administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatment such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs.
• Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in learning and improving functional activities such as perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.
• Observes patients during treatments, compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress, and reports orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist and Clinical Director.
• Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
• Measures the patient’s range of joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine the effects of specific treatments or to assist the Physical Therapist in compiling data for patient evaluations.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant or the ability to obtain it in Virginia.
• Previous experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification
• Exercise, sports rehab, and manual-based skills.

Additional Information

We believe in investing in our team by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (100% vested on your first day)
• Generous paid time off — 21 days in your first year