Physical Therapy Assistant

Sentara Health; Barco (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance and Student Loan Repayment Benefit

Health, Dental, Vision and Medical insurance

Generous Paid Annual Leave

Retirement with match

Adoption, Infertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement

Career and personal development opportunities

Reward programs for health and wellness

Job summary

Sentara Health is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Barco, North Carolina. This full-time day shift opportunity involves administering treatments under a physical therapist's supervision, assisting with treatment plans, and providing education to clients. The position offers numerous benefits including tuition assistance, health insurance, and paid leave. Candidates must have an Associate Level Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and hold a Basic Life Support certification. Join Sentara Health for a rewarding career in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Associate Level Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• Basic Life Support certification is needed.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments under supervision.
• Assist in developing treatment plans and document progress.
• Provide education to clients and caregivers.
• Supervise care provided by team members.

Skills

Administer physical therapy treatments

Development of treatment plans

Age-appropriate education for clients

Supervise team members

Education

Associate Level Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Overview

Sentara Health is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Barco, North Carolina. This is a Full Time Day shift opportunity in an outpatient rehab therapy setting. The work schedule is 9 am - 5 pm.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision of a physical therapist.
• May assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.
• Provide age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers.
• Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members.

Education

• Associate Level Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Benefits

• Tuition assistance and Student Loan Repayment Benefit
• Health, Dental, Vision and Medical insurance
• Generous Paid Annual Leave, Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Retirement with match
• Adoption, Infertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement
• Career and personal development opportunities
• Reward programs for health and wellness

About Sentara

Sentara Healthcare offers outstanding benefits and is an equal opportunity employer. We are an integrated, not-for-profit healthcare delivery system with a large workforce and multiple hospitals.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. This is a tobacco-free environment.

For remote positions, Sentara Health employs associates in multiple states including North Carolina.