Physical Therapist Assistant - OP Ortho

Select Medical; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in physical rehabilitation is seeking a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) to support patient care in an outpatient setting. The role offers extensive opportunities for continuing education and professional growth, alongside competitive benefits. Responsibilities include working closely with patients and implementing high-quality therapy services under professional supervision.

Benefits

Industrywide unmatched continuing education program

Multiple affordable health insurance options

Company matching 401(k)

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
• Passed national PTA examination certified by CAPTE.
• Holds a valid PTA license or license in process.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
• Implement physical therapy services in accordance with Select Medical policies.
• Enhance client relations with patients and staff.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Techniques

Client Relations

Education

College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program

Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license

CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Position:Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)

Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Vestibular, and Concussion

Location: NovaCare Chevy ChaseMD

Status: Full Time 40 hours

Sign on bonus and / or indefinite loan help available

At NovaCare Chevy Chase, every physical therapist assistant's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth and champion your aspirations. We take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping all of our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.

We are open to consider physical therapist assistants of all experience levels able to support a new graduate licensed physical therapist assistant (LPTA) with defined mentorship program.

We treat a diverse population of teens through geriatrics with specialty services to include vestibular and concussion programs on top of general orthopedics and sports medicine.

Schedule: Full time 40 hours treating until 700PM twice a week. Last patient is schedule an hour prior to close. Early days begin at 730A.

Benefits and Incentives

• Industrywide unmatched continuing education program with unlimited access to CEU courses, national certifications, and more
• Multiple and affordable BC/BC PPO optionand HSA
• Company matching 401(k)
• Generous paid time off (PTO) with Holidays PLUS Paid Sick Time (PST)

For additional details, contact our regional recruiter, Shanel!

Shanel Green

OP Talent Acquisition Manager

NovaCare Rehabilitation

610-223-5944 Cell

[e-mail]

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Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
• Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Qualifications

• College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
• Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
• CPR certification