Physical Therapy Assistant - $5,000 Sign-On, Full-Time

Meritus Health Inc; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401k plan

Education assistance program

Employee assistance program

Shift differential for evening/weekend

Job summary

Meritus Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join Total Rehab Care in Hagerstown, MD. You will work under licensed PTs to deliver hands-on care, help implement treatment plans, and support patients across all ages.

Schedule is full-time with hours Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM–6:30 PM and Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an approved therapy program.
• Maryland PTA license or temporary license pending exam/reciprocity.
• Current BLS (CPR) certification.
• Strong problem-solving, time management, and communication skills.
• Ability to use point-of-care documentation systems.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments per therapist’s plan of care.
• Monitor patient status and report changes to the therapist or physician.
• Document progress and contribute to discharge planning.
• Train patients and caregivers on exercises and equipment use.
• Supervise aides, students, and volunteers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time-management

Communication

Education

Associate of Arts degree

Maryland PTA license

BLS CPR certification

Tools

Point-of-care documentation systems

Job description

Meritus Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join Total Rehab Care in Hagerstown, MD. You will work under licensed PTs to deliver hands-on care, help implement treatment plans, and support patients across all ages.

Schedule is full-time with hours Monday–Thursday 7:00 AM–6:30 PM and Friday 7:00 AM–3:00 PM. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team environment.