Physical Therapist Assistant
Norfolk, VA 
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Job Description

City/State

Woodbridge, VA

Overview

Work Shift

First (Days) (United States of America)

  • Sign on bonus $10,000 for 2 year commitment
  • Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision of a physical therapist.
  • May assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.
  • Provides age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers. Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members.


Physical Therapy Assistant - Applicant (non-licensed)

Sentara Healthcare offers outstanding benefits.

  • Tuition assistance and Student Loan Repayment Benefit
  • Health, Dental, Vision and Medical insurance
  • Generous Paid Annual Leave, Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Retirement with match
  • Adoption, Infertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement
  • Career and personal development opportunities
  • Reward programs for health and wellness

Job Summary

Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision of a physical therapist. May assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Provides age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers. Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members.


Physical Therapy Assistant - Applicant (non-licensed)
Assists with the administration of physical therapy treatments and procedures under supervision of a physical therapist or licensed Physical Therapy Assistant. May assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Provides age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers.

The Physical Therapy Assistant - Applicant may sit in this role prior to licensure for up to 18 months.

Qualifications:

ALD - Associate's Level Degree: Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI, Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) - State license - North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners (NCPT), Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) - State license - Physical Therapy Compact Commission (PTCOMPACT), Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) - State license - Virginia

Skills

Active Listening, Communication, Critical Thinking, Learning Strategies, Mgmt of Material Resources, Monitoring, Service Orientation, Social Perceptiveness, Speaking, Technology/Computer, Time Management, Writing

Sentara Healthcare prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

Per Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), some clinical environments require proof of education; these regulations are posted at for further information. In an effort to expedite this verification requirement, we encourage you to upload your diploma or transcript at time of application.


In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
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