Physical Therapy Assistant

Sentara Health; Virginia; On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Savings

Student Debt Program

Medical Insurance

Job summary

Sentara Therapy Center Blocker in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a full-time day shift to help patients improve mobility and function.

You will administer treatments under a physical therapist, assist in developing treatment plans, document progress, provide education to clients and caregivers, and supervise support staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
• BLS certification required.
• Flexibility to work early mornings and late evenings.

Responsibilities

• Administer PT treatments under a PT supervision.
• Assist in developing treatment plans.
• Document progress within treatment plans.
• Provide age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers.
• Supervise and delegate care among team members.

Skills

PT procedures

Documentation

Client education

Team supervision

Treatment planning assistance

Education

Associate degree PTA

BLS certification

Job description

City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift First (Days) 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.

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.

Compensation

We provide market‑competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full‑time employment is $32.18 ‑ $47.43 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on‑call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra‑shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

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
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

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.

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.

Sentara Health is a Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina based not‑for‑profit integrated healthcare provider that has been in business for over 131 years. Offering hundreds of sites of care including 12 hospitals, PACE, home health, hospice, medical groups, imaging services, therapy, outpatient surgery centers, and an 858,000 member health plan. The people of the communities that we serve have nominated Sentara “Employer of Choice” for over ten years. U.S. News and World Report has recognized Sentara as having the Best Hospitals for 15+ years. Sentara offers professional development and a continued employment philosophy!

Keywords: Physical Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy, Outpatient, Rehab Therapy, PTA, Monster, Talroo-Allied Health