Physical Therapy Technician / PT Aide (Pre-PT / Kinesiology Track)

aidperformancephysicaltherapy; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Productivity bonus opportunities

Paid vacation & bonus days

8 paid holidays

SIMPLE IRA with company match

Free gym membership

Free in-house continuing education & 1

mentorship

Relaxed dress code

Paid liability & life insurance

Clear advancement opportunities within

the company

Job summary

AID Performance Physical Therapy in Ashburn, VA seeks a full-time Physical Therapy Technician / PT Aide (Pre-PT / Kinesiology Track). You will work closely with licensed therapists, assist with patient exercises, and support testing and performance programs in a high-performance orthopedic clinic.

This is ideal for recent graduates planning to apply to physical therapy school. Benefits include mentorship, hands-on clinical experience, and opportunities for long-term growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (completed or pending) in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, Biology or related field.
• Available Monday–Friday.
• Able to multitask and stay organized.
• EMR experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists with patient exercises and treatment flow.
• Set up and clean treatment areas and equipment.
• Apply hot/cold therapy and basic modalities.
• Help guide patients through exercise programs.
• Support front desk operations including scheduling appointments, answering phones, scanning paperwork, collecting patient forms.
• Assist with force plate testing and performance programs.
• Maintain clinic cleanliness and organization throughout the day.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Team player

Patient care basics

Education

Kinesiology

Exercise Science

Athletic Training

Biology

Related field

Tools

EMR experience

Job description

Physical Therapy Technician / PT Aide (Pre-PT / Kinesiology Track)

AID Performance Physical Therapy | Ashburn, VA
$16–$20/hour + bonuses | Full-Time
AID Performance Physical Therapy is hiring a full-time Physical Therapy Technician / PT Aide to join our orthopedic and sports medicine clinic in Ashburn, VA.
This position is ideal for a recent graduate in Kinesiology, Exercise Science, Athletic Training, or a related field who is planning to apply to physical therapy school and wants meaningful hands-on clinical experience, mentorship, and career development in a high-performance environment.

At AID Performance PT, you won’t just clean tables and count reps. You’ll work directly alongside experienced clinicians, learn modern sports rehab principles, assist with performance testing, and become part of a team focused on delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

Why Join AID Performance PT?

• 5-star rated orthopedic & sports physical therapy clinic

• 1-on-1 mentorship from licensed physical therapists

• Exposure to ACL rehab, return-to-sport testing, and performance-based rehab

• Advanced technology including:

  • VALD ForceDecks

  • Handheld Dynamometry

  • Blood Flow Restriction (BFR)

• AI-assisted documentation systems

• Strong team culture with weekly development meetings

• Opportunity for long-term growth within the company

Responsibilities

• Assist physical therapists with patient exercises and treatment flow

• Set up and clean treatment areas and equipment

• Apply hot/cold therapy and basic modalities

• Help guide patients through exercise programs

• Support front desk operations including:

  • Answering phones

  • Scheduling appointments

  • Scanning paperwork

  • Collecting patient forms

• Assist with force plate testing and performance programs

• Maintain clinic cleanliness and organization throughout the day

What We’re Looking For

• Energetic, dependable, and coachable

• Strong communication and people skills

• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment

• Team-oriented with a positive attitude

• Interested in orthopedics, sports rehab, strength & conditioning, or PT school

• Looking for a long-term role — not seasonal employment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (completed or pending) in:

  • Kinesiology

  • Exercise Science

  • Athletic Training

  • Biology

  • Related field

• Available Monday–Friday

• Able to multitask and stay organized

• EMR experience is a plus but not required

Compensation & Benefits

• $16–$20/hour based on experience

• Productivity bonus opportunities

• Paid vacation & bonus days

• 8 paid holidays

• SIMPLE IRA with company match

• Free gym membership

• Free in-house continuing education & mentorship

• Relaxed dress code

• Paid liability & life insurance

• Clear advancement opportunities within the company