Physical Therapy Assistant

Sentara Health; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Savings plans

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Sentara Therapy Center Blocker in Norfolk, VA is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant for a full-time, day shift. Hours include mornings and evenings to align with the center’s operation schedule.

You will work under a physical therapist, assisting in plan development and documenting progress. Eligible candidates hold an Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• BLS certification required.
• Flexibility to work day shifts and variable hours to match center operations.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under a physical therapist's supervision.
• May assist in developing treatment plans and carry out routine functions.
• Document patient progress within established treatment plans.
• Provide age-appropriate education to clients and caregivers; supervise identified team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexibility

Team player

Education

Associate degree in PTA

Job description

Overview

Sentara Therapy Center Blocker is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant in Norfolk, Virginia. This is a Full-time, Day shift opportunity with great benefits. The hours of operation for the center are: 730 am – 6 pm on Mondays & Wednesdays; 8 am – 7 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays ; and 8 am – 4:30 pm on Fridays.

The ideal candidate will be flexible to work early morning schedules and late evening schedules to accommodate hours of operation of the facility.

Role

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the 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. Provides 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.

Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)
• RQ IAmerican Heart Association (AHA)
• RQI American Heart Association (AHA) RQI

Benefits

Sentara offers an attractive array of full benefits, including Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Retirement Savings plans, career advancement opportunities, work perks, and more. Plus, Sentara just added MORE benefits that support your and your family's needs. Ask about our Student Debt Program! For more information about our employee benefits click Benefits - Sentara (sentaracareers.com). Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Equal Opportunity

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

Remote Availability

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states: Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.