Physical Therapy Assistant — Outpatient Rehab Pro

Sentara Health; Prospect Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Sentara Health in Woodbridge, VA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to administer treatments under a supervising physical therapist. The role includes helping develop treatment plans, documenting progress, and educating patients and caregivers.

You will supervise care by team members, perform modalities per standards, and update plans to address patient needs. Collaboration with internal and external teams aims to improve patient outcomes and efficient daily operations.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association.
• Experience assisting physical therapists and documenting patient progress.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• Assist in developing treatment plans and document progress.
• Provide age-appropriate education to patients and caregivers.
• Supervise and support care provided by team members.
• Perform modalities and interventions per standards of care and department policies.
• Update care plans to address patient needs.
• Provide patient and family education through programs or individualized training.
• Collaborate with internal and external team members to improve outcomes.

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

BLS - American Heart Association (RQI)

Job description

Sentara Health in Woodbridge, VA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to administer treatments under a supervising physical therapist. The role includes helping develop treatment plans, documenting progress, and educating patients and caregivers.

You will supervise care by team members, perform modalities per standards, and update plans to address patient needs. Collaboration with internal and external teams aims to improve patient outcomes and efficient daily operations.