Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Ortho!

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia Inc; Lovingston (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia Inc. operates outpatient physical therapy clinics focused on patient-centered care. The PTA will implement programs, follow recovery plans, and deliver treatments tailored to restoring function and mobility for individuals.

We seek candidates with CAPTE-accredited PTA training, Virginia licensure or eligibility, and outpatient experience; CPR certification is required. Training and professional development are emphasized within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program.
• Licensed as a PTA in Virginia or eligible to obtain licensure.
• Outpatient clinic experience preferred.
• CPR certification current.
• Experience in exercise rehab and manual therapy.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care using established protocols and guidelines.
• Complete timely documentation, including notes and reports.
• Deliver active and passive manual therapy, heat, ultrasound, and other modalities as prescribed.
• Administer traction to relieve neck and back pain.
• Instruct patients in mobility, transfers, ambulation, and daily living activities.
• Observe and document patient responses and progress for PT/Director.
• Fit and train patients in orthopedic braces, prostheses, and assistive devices.
• Collaborate with PT staff to plan and coordinate treatment programs.
• Measure range of motion, body part dimensions, and vital signs for evaluations.

Skills

Outpatient experience

Manual therapy

Exercise rehab

Education

CAPTE-accredited PTA program

Virginia PTA licensure or eligible

CPR certification

Job description

Company Description

Over the last 50 years, Rehab Associates of Central Virginia has been the area’s outpatient physical therapy clinic, focusing on putting our patients’ needs first. Our physical therapists have advanced degrees in specialty orthopedic care from head to toe. From musculoskeletal headaches to lower back pain to heel pain syndrome. Our sixteen clinics offer specialty programs and are proud to be a National PT Practice of the Year. We are consistently recognized nationally for Outcomes in Excellence.

• AI Documentation available to ALL clinicians!
• Excellent benefits package including 401k, health, dental, generous paid time off, and more.
• Training and support.
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership.
• Clinic mentorship.
• Employee discount plans.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family-friendly work environment.

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