Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

Goodwin Living•Alexandria, VA

17d•$50•Onsite

About The Position

Celebrated as the #3 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2025 by The Washington Post since 2019, Goodwin Living is more than a team – it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 70 countries. Goodwin Living is proud to be recognized as a Top Workplace in the greater Washington, D.C. region by The Washington Post every year since 2019 — and now nationally by USA Today. Since 2022, we’ve also been annually recognized as one of the top 100 employers for interns by the Top Virginia Employers for Intern Awards. These honors are based entirely on feedback from our team members, gathered through an annual third-party survey. Here’s what they say makes us stand out: Embracing Diversity: Our strength is in our diverse team from over 65 countries, fostering an inclusive and vibrant culture that values every voice. Growth and Opportunities: We bolster personal and professional development, offering myriad opportunities, from on-the-job training to mentorship programs and financial support, to help you reach your full potential. Valuing Our Team Members: By prioritizing team member satisfaction, we create a fulfilling work environment with competitive benefits, work-life balance, and recognition programs, ensuring our team feels appreciated and valued. We're looking for an experienced PRN PTA to work for our patients in the comfort of their own homes or retirement communities throughout the Northern Virginia cities and counties of Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Loudoun and Prince William. Under the Plan of Care established by the evaluating Physical Therapist, renders Physical Therapy treatments to improve resident’s functional abilities, safety level, reduce pain, and improve quality of life. Our PRN policy is tailored for those seeking additional hours with the flexibility to balance personal commitments. Whether you're looking to supplement your income, desire a change of pace, or want to gain a unique experience in working with older adults, Goodwin Living offers the perfect opportunity.

Requirements

Current Virginia Physical Therapy Assistant license
CPR certified (adult only)
Possess the qualities of compassion and empathy and also comfort with at risk or low income constituents.
Possess the ability to deal tactfully and compassionately with clients, family members, and caregivers

Responsibilities

Provides Physical Therapy treatments to overcome specific losses of function due to disease and injury, under a Physical Therapist’s Plan of Care, and as dictated by the Commonwealth of Virginia Physical Therapy Practice Act.
Effectively communicates with the Physical Therapist to clarify the Plan of Care, relay resident’s progress with treatment, report any adverse effects of treatment, report medical decline or inability to follow through with recommended treatments, and offers suggestions to alter and progress the Plan of Care based on knowledge and experience with that particular resident.
Documents treatments/services according to the Rehab Department’s protocols and Medicare guidelines.
Coordinates resident’s treatment with nursing staff, occupational and speech therapists.