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Physical Therapist Assistant (Offering H1B Visa Sponsorship)
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What they do
A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$61,714 / year median in Maryland
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (Offering H1B Visa Sponsorship)
Physical Therapist Assistant (Offering H1B Visa Sponsorship)New Graduates Welcome to !Offering a $2,000 sign-on bonusLocation
- Fort Washington, MDSchedule
- Full-Time | Flexible ScheduleSummary
- As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you will work closely with licensed Physical Therapists to provide hands-on, evidence-based outpatient care in a supportive, patient-focused environment.
You will play an important role in helping patients achieve meaningful outcomes by carrying out treatment plans, progressing exercises, and reinforcing patient education. This is a collaborative clinical position in a fast-paced outpatient setting w quality care and patient advocacy are priorities.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision and direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
- Carry out treatment plans established by the PT, including therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, gait/balance training, manual techniques as directed, and patient education.
- Treat a broad outpatient caseload with a focus on general orthopedics and post-surgical rehabilitation.
- Support aquatic therapy treatments as appropriate. PTA typically provides instruction outside the pool; pool entry is only required as needed for patient safety.
- Progress patients through their plan of care and communicate treatment responses to the supervising PT.
- Educate patients on home exercise programs, recovery expectations, and safe functional movement.
- Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with PTs, therapy technicians, and the clinical team to support patient flow and a high-quality patient experience.
Requirements - Active or eligible Maryland PTA license.
- Passion for the outpatient orthopedic setting.
- Interest in utilizing aquatic therapy as a treatment modality; experience is welcome but not required.
- Hands-on, patient-centered approach to care.
- Comfortable working with patients across a wide range of ages, backgrounds, and clinical needs. Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus (flexible to your needs)
- $1,500 annual continuing education allowance
- 401(k) with 4% employer contribution after the first year
- Flexible schedules
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO plus 8 paid holidays
- H1B visa sponsorship available