Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Ultimate Therapy Services; Essex (MD); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

CE support

Job summary

Ultimate Therapy Services is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the therapy team at Autumn Lake at Riverview in Essex, MD. This full-time role offers hands-on patient care to help residents build strength and mobility.

You'll provide PTA services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, participating in gait training, transfers, endurance activities, and documentation of progress. Earn competitive $34–$39/hour with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Active Maryland PTA license required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative rehabilitation team.
• New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Guide residents through strengthening, balance, gait training, transfers, endurance, and mobility activities.
• Carry out individualized treatment programs established by the supervising PT.
• Observe resident response to therapy and communicate progress and concerns.
• Reinforce therapeutic exercises and safe mobility techniques.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely treatment documentation.
• Work closely with the interdisciplinary care team to support resident goals.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

New graduate friendly

Education

Maryland PTA license

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Full-Time
Autumn Lake at Riverview | Essex, MD
$34–$39/hour | Full-Time | Benefits

Ultimate Therapy is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join the therapy team at Autumn Lake at Riverview. Work alongside experienced rehabilitation professionals while providing hands‑on care that helps residents build strength, improve movement, and work toward greater functional independence.

What You'll Do

• Provide physical therapy treatments under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Guide residents through strengthening, balance, gait training, transfers, endurance, and mobility activities
• Carry out individualized treatment programs established by the supervising PT
• Observe resident response to therapy and communicate progress and concerns
• Reinforce therapeutic exercises and safe mobility techniques
• Maintain clear, accurate, and timely treatment documentation
• Work closely with the interdisciplinary care team to support resident goals

What We Offer

• $34–$39/hour
• Full-time position
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Continuing education support
• Supportive therapy environment
• Short-term rehabilitation and long-term care caseload
• Opportunities to develop your clinical skills

Qualifications

• Active Maryland PTA license required
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative rehabilitation team
• Skilled nursing or post-acute care experience is a plus, but not required
• New graduate PTAs are welcome to apply

If you're a PTA who enjoys hands‑on patient care and helping residents achieve meaningful improvements in mobility and function, we encourage you to apply.