PRN Physical Therapy Assistant RTG

Riverside Medical Group.; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Supportive team environment

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Smithfield is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide individualized care for patients with acute and chronic conditions. As a PTA, you will follow care plans, assess patient needs, and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient mobility and quality of life. Requirements include an Associate's Degree, PTA license in Virginia, and CPR/BLS certification. Join a dedicated team committed to making a difference in lives while enjoying professional growth and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Virginia required upon hire.
• CPR/BLS Certification must be obtained within 30 days.
• 1 year of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow the plan of care and perform PTA procedures as allowed.
• Assess patients' needs and status using evaluated data.
• Record patients' progress and communicate with physical therapists.

Skills

Patient assessment

Therapeutic interventions

Team support

Patient education

Education

Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

PRN Physical Therapy Assistant RTG page is loaded## PRN Physical Therapy Assistant RTGlocations: Riverside Lifelong Health and Rehabilitation Smithfield - Smithfield, VAtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2026-033089Smithfield, Virginia **Overview** A staff Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) carries out an individualized program for patient with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The PTA will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff. **What you will do** * Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities. Perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Therapist.* Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and proving care accordingly.* Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.* Records patients' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.* Treats patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.* Provides patient education on interventions. **Qualifications** **Education** * Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) or* Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Required) **Experience** * 1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred) **Licenses and Certifications** * License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) and* CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at .If loving your work is important to you, consider a career at Riverside. By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives. Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love. We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team. We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks.