Physical Therapist Assistant I

Johns Hopkins Medicine; Mays Chapel (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Medicine is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to implement treatment programs under supervision, aimed at restoring patients to their maximum function. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and drive service improvements within the Rehab Therapy Services.

The role requires Maryland licensure, an approved PTA associate degree, and current AHA Healthcare Provider Certification. Full-time schedule with some weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current AHA Healthcare Provider Certification.
• Successful completion of clinical internships as required by academic program.

Responsibilities

• Implements a treatment program as established by a licensed PT which is designed to return patients to their maximum level of function.
• Works collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary health care team to maximize patient and team outcomes.
• Prompts improvement of service, department and hospital systems to benefit patient care.
• Incorporates and operationalizes the goals and objectives of the organization.

Skills

Team collaboration

Clinical team coordination

Patient-centered care

Treatment planning

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

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Position Summary:

• Works under the supervision of the Team Coordinator and/or Clinical Specialist, and leadership of the Rehab Therapy Services Team Leader, Supervisor and/or Inpatient or Outpatient Manager
• Implements a treatment program as established by a licensed PT which is designed to return patients to their maximum level of function
• Works collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary health care team to maximize patient and team outcomes
• Prompts improvement of service, department and hospital systems to benefit patient care
• Incorporates and operationalizes the goals and objectives of the organization

Education:

Completion of an Associate Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

Required Licensure, Certification, Etc.

Licensure from State of Maryland, Board of Physical Therapy Examiners..

Current AHA Healthcare Provider Certification.

Shift: Full-time 40 hours per week - 8:00 - 4:30 p.m. - Some weekends and Holidays

Work Experience:

Successful completion of clinical internships as required by academic program.

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.

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