Physical Therapist Assistant - Resource (Floater)

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia Inc; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in physical therapy is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team. This role involves floating between clinics to provide essential patient care, implement therapy programs, and support recovery plans. The ideal candidate will possess a passion for helping individuals regain their physical abilities and will thrive in a collaborative environment. With a commitment to professional development and an excellent benefits package, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a supportive and family-friendly workplace.

Benefits

401k

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Training and Support

Professional Development Opportunities

Clinic Mentorship

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Plans

Family-friendly Work Environment

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited PTA program and current licensure in Virginia.
• Previous outpatient experience preferred with CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy programs and follow recovery plans.
• Provide comprehensive patient care and document treatment progress.
• Collaborate with therapy staff to coordinate treatment programs.

Skills

Patient Care

Therapeutic Exercises

Documentation

Manual Therapy

Communication Skills

Education

CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Tools

Ultrasound

Electrical Stimulation

Therapeutic Massage

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Resource (Floater)

• Full-time

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.

This will be a Physical Therapist Assistant - Resource (Floater) position that will float to different clinics depending on the need.

• Competitive compensation, hourly rate of $30.
• 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.

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.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.