Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Medical • Fort Washington, MD

19h • $28 • Onsite

About The Position

NovaCare Rehabilitation in Fort Washington, MD is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our dynamic outpatient orthopedic team. We serve a diverse patient population across all age groups and abilities, with a strong reputation for delivering personalized, evidence-based care that helps individuals return to the activities they love. Why Choose NovaCare Fort Washington? Professional Growth: Access the nation’s largest Continuing Education program to support your career development. Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive team that values mentorship, teamwork, and clinical excellence. Diverse Caseload: Treat a wide range of conditions, including orthopedic, neurological, concussion-related, and oncology (ReVital) cases. Patient-Centered Care: Enjoy manageable caseloads that allow for meaningful, individualized treatment sessions. Flexible Scheduling: Full-time hours (32–40/week) with two evenings per week until 7:00 PM. Your last patient is scheduled one hour before closing. If you're looking to grow your career in a collaborative and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• Current Maryland PTA license
• Passion for helping patients achieve their goals
• College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
• Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
• Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
• CPR certification

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in outpatient orthopedics

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
• Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
• Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.

Benefits

• Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate Paid Sick Time.
• Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
• Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
• Unmatched CEU program
• 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
• Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees