Physical Therapy Assistant

Loyal Source Government Services; Beaumont (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyal Source Government Services seeks a Therapist Assistant in Virginia, working under licensed therapists to implement treatment plans and support patient care. Certification or licensure by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy or NBCOT is required, with duties spanning assessments, therapeutic interventions, and progress documentation.

The role emphasizes collaboration, group activity leadership when needed, and ensuring client progress toward goals within established plans.

Qualifications

• Certification or licensure by Virginia Board of Physical Therapy or NBCOT required.
• Experience in therapeutic interventions and ability to follow treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Apply knowledge from accredited therapy program to clinical tasks.
• Assess client progress based on standardized assessments and records.
• Carry out treatment plans, including therapeutic exercises and mobility techniques.
• Lead group activities when required.
• Record client progress and communicate changes to therapists.

Skills

Therapy techniques

Client assessment

Record keeping

Supervision under licensed therapist

Education

PTA licensure

COTA licensure

Job description

The Therapist Assistant role encompasses occupational and physical therapist assistant and requires certification or licensure by the Virginia Board of Physical Therapy or National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy.

Pay: $40/hr

Duties

• Applies knowledge acquired through formal education in an accredited program.
• Applies knowledge of principles and practices related to therapeutic interventions.
• Client assessments are based on information from standardized assessments (within practice guidelines), observations, medical records, caregivers, and clients.
• Response to treatment is assessed to enable appropriate progression within the parameters of the treatment plan.
• Work is performed within the parameters of established treatment plans and strategies.
• Treatment interventions may include instructing in daily living skills, sensory- motor integration skills, mobility skills, therapeutic exercises, and various physical treatment procedures.
• May be responsible for planning or leading group activities or classes.
• Client receives educational information, guidance, and encouragement in performance of therapeutic activities.
• Plans for therapy are implemented.
• Client quality of life is improved.
• Promotes client independence.
• Ensures that clients perform activities and progress toward goals in accordance with treatment plan.
• Records client progress for use by therapists.
• Communicates immediately any change in client condition requiring medical attention or re-evaluation.
• May provide direction to interns, students, or staff providing supportive services.
• Works under supervision of a licensed therapist.

About Loyal Source

Loyal Source provides healthcare and technology solutions designed to improve outcomes and support mission-critical operations. Guided by innovation and purpose, we help organizations achieve success across complex challenges worldwide.

Loyal Source is a military friendly employer and proud partner of the Military Spouse Employment Partnership program.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you have a disability or medical condition and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this step of the hiring process, you may request an alternative method or accommodation at any time by contacting Human Resources at [e-mail].