Physical Therapy Assistant

Vierra Communities; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 91,693,000 - 108,886,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 Holidays

Generous PTO

Medical, Dental and Vision

Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

Voluntary STD & LTD Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

401(k) immediate enrollment with match

Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Vierra Communities is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for a full‑time role in Silver Spring, MD, to join a care team dedicated to residents’ well‑being.

The PTA will deliver therapy services under management across a long‑term care setting, ensuring compassionate, evidence‑based care and documentation, with competitive pay and a team‑oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice Physical Therapy in the state.
• National Certification Examination completed for Physical Therapist.
• Experience with long-term care or geriatric care preferred.
• Criminal background check must be passed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Patient care requires patience, empathy and compassion for the elderly.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionals.
• Proficiency in technology-driven patient care and timekeeping software.
• Proficient reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Optimize patients' physical abilities by initiating referrals, evaluating and treating appropriate patients, and documenting progress toward objectives.
• Conduct regular screenings to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Establish individual patient schedules with the team.
• Develop treatment plans with problem lists and short/long-term goals.
• Coordinate treatment plans with patient, family and team members.
• Implement and conduct treatment as outlined in the plan.
• Monitor patient responses and adjust treatments per physicians’ orders.
• Create home or community programs to maintain improvements.
• Document assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

Physical Therapy license (state)

National Certification Examination for Physical Therapist

Tools

HRIS and timekeeping software

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant

Silver Spring, MD, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 1406

Salary Range: $32.00 To $38.00 Annually

Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA
FT, Non-exempt, Essential Personnel

Job Description

Woodside Rehab & Nursing is under new management! We are now a Vierra Communities property are are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic team! Are you looking to put your skills and the compassion you have for people to work with an employer that values you and the work you do? If so, Admiral is looking for you. If you are motivated, reliable and have a strong work ethic, we invite you to join our amazing team in providing our residents and patients with compassion and excellent care. We offer extremely generous and competitive pay and benefits and a positive work environment with a team that is committed to growth and providing excellent care.

About Vierra:

Admiral Health & Rehab, Vierra Communities, is a family-owned and operated community that provides a truly unique health & rehabilitation experience. We have a close-knit staff that will do anything to create the best community and experience for our residents

Vierra's Culture & Mission:

We have a positive, supportive and thriving culture that supports and encourages innovation, leadership, warmth and compassion and excellence. Our Mission: to advance and redefine healthcare.

• 7 Holidays
• Generous PTO
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary STD & LTD Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) immediate enrollment with match - FT, PT & PRN are eligible
• Referral Bonus Program - FT, PT & PRN are eligible

Required Qualifications:

• License to practice Physical Therapy within the state
• Successful completion of the National Certification Examination for Physical Therapist
• Experience with long-term care and /or geriatric care is preferred
• Must pass a criminal background check
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills`
• Must have the patience, empathy, and compassion needed to care for elderly patients
• Ability to work cooperatively with other healthcare professionals
• Requires proficiency in technology-driven patient care and HRIS and timekeeping/attendance software.
• Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Major Duties and Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

• Optimize the physical abilities and skills of patients by performing or supervising therapy
  staff in the following activities: initiating referrals; evaluating and treating appropriate
  patients; complying with Minimum Data Set procedures; effectively participating in the care
  planning process; appropriately documenting progress toward identified objectives and communicating patient status and needs to the patient, the patient’s family, the staff and other professionals as appropriate.
• Conducts screenings of patients at regular intervals to determine need for
  intervention/treatment.
• Establishes individual patient schedules in conjunction with other team members.
• Develops treatment plans by identifying a problem list, including long and short-term goals and
  methods to achieve identified goals.
• Coordinates treatment plan with patient, family and other team members.
• Implements and conducts treatment as outlined in the treatment plan.
• Monitors patient’s response to intervention and modifies treatment as indicated to attain goals
  in accordance with physicians’ orders.
• Develops appropriate home or community programming to maintain and enhance the performance of the patient in his/her own environment.
• Documents result of patient’s assessment, treatment, follow-up and termination of services.
• Adapts treatment to meet the individual needs of the patients
• Provides/recommends/fabricates adaptive devices, orthotics or prosthetics. Trains patient,
  family and appropriate staff in the use or application of the above.
• Performs other duties or special projects as assigned and per JD.
• Must be able to write, read and speak English.

Disclaimer:

Vierra Communities provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Vierra complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.