Physical Therapist Assistant — Growth & Tuition

FutureCare; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Excellent Benefits Package

Flex/Advance Pay

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Ladder

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Employee Assistance

Matching 401K Plan

Job summary

FutureCare in Maryland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment plans designed by the licensed Physical Therapist, helping residents manage pain, restore movement, and improve muscle function while educating residents and families.

This is a highly physical, hands-on role requiring empathy and strong communication with residents. The role offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, plus growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current license or eligible for license under Maryland statutes.
• Training or experience in long-term or sub-acute setting.
• Prefer active membership in the state and national American Physical Therapy Association.
• Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and the facility policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments to residents according to evaluations and treatment plans developed by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Exercise sound judgment and provide effective and efficient care in the performance of duties.
• Observe, record, and report change in conditions to the resident Physical Therapist as assigned.
• Track the need for reassessment and report changes in status that may indicate reassessment or referral.
• Maintain daily records of treatments and documents progress notes on residents as directed by the therapist.
• Discontinue any treatment procedure that appears harmful and notify the licensed Physical Therapist and staff.
• Ensure appropriate review of care rendered by the licensed Physical Therapist.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication

Clinical skills

Maryland license eligible

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant program

Job description

FutureCare in Maryland is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment plans designed by the licensed Physical Therapist, helping residents manage pain, restore movement, and improve muscle function while educating residents and families.

This is a highly physical, hands-on role requiring empathy and strong communication with residents. The role offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package, plus growth opportunities.