Physical Therapist Assistant/ PTA

Adoration Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Clinical autonomy

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive leadership & team environment

Job summary

Adoration Health in Richmond, Virginia is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) who is enthusiastic about empowering clients through personalized care. You will assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment interventions and provide individual patient care, ensuring their independence and strength.

We offer flexible hours, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth. Candidates should possess a PTA degree, relevant certifications, and the ability to lift weights as required for patient care. New graduates are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant training program.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant certification in the state of practice.
• Current Live CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment interventions.
• Administer therapeutic exercises to improve patients' strength and mobility.
• Document patient training results and maintain accurate records.
• Report status changes to multidisciplinary team members.

Skills

Patient care

Therapeutic exercises

Knowledge of evidence-based therapy interventions

Communication

Education

Degree from accredited PTA training program

Current Physical Therapist Assistant certification

Current CPR Certification

Job description

Adoration Health

Rehab In Motion is growing.

Who we are looking for:

• An experienced PTA, enthusiastic about empowering clients with strength and independence.
• Familiar with Independent Living, Assisted Living, Geriatric and/or Outpatient settings.
• Values flexibility, autonomy and providing personalized one-on-one care.

What you will receive:

• Flexible Hours – Create your own schedule.
• Clinical Autonomy.
• Provide 1:1 Patient Care.
• Competitive Pay.
• Professional Growth Opportunities.l
• Supportive Leadership & Team Environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in the implementation of treatment intervention.
• Administer therapeutic exercises and activities to improve patients' strength, mobility and function.
• Provide training to individuals and any others involved in their rehabilitation, and document results of the training.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records.
• Support individuals' plan of treatment by documenting and reporting status changes to the multidisciplinary team members as appropriate.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree from an accredited physical therapy assistant training program.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant certification in the state of practice.
• Current Live CPR Certification.
• Two-step TB skin test required.
• Proof of Auto Insurance.
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapy interventions.
• Familiarity with assisted living, independent living, geriatrics and/or home health.
• One year preferred; new grads encouraged to apply.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds; moving, lifting, or transferring patients which may involve lifting of up to 100 pounds following safety procedures.
• Fine motor skills, visual acuity, and walking/standing for extended periods.
• Additional physical requirements include pushing/pulling, bending/stooping, reaching, kneeling and positioning frequently at times.
• A health screen or examination may be required prior to assignment and periodically thereafter, depending on local and state regulations to verify employee is physically capable of performing assigned duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

Salary Range

USD $30.00 - $38.00 / Hour