Physical Therapist Assistant (Floater)

Rehab Associates of Central Virginia • Lynchburg, VA

18h • Hybrid

About The Position

Rehab Associates is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant - Resource (Floater) to join their team. This position will float to different clinics across Central Virginia based on need. The role involves implementing physical therapy programs, following recovery plans, and delivering therapy treatments to help patients move better, feel better, and live better. The ideal candidate will address patients as individuals and execute programs to restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.

Requirements

• Graduate from a CAPTE-accredited physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant or the ability to obtain it in Virginia.
• Current CPR certification.
• Exercise, sports rehab, and manual-based skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an outpatient setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy programs and activities.
• Follow developed recovery plans.
• Deliver therapy treatments.
• Provide patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.
• Responsible for timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, and incident reports.
• Provide comprehensive patient care, administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatment such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs.
• Administer traction to relieve neck and back pain.
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in learning and improving functional activities such as perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.
• Observe patients during treatments, compile data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress, and report orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist and Clinical Director.
• Fit patients for, adjust, and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
• Confer with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
• Measure the patient’s range of joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine the effects of specific treatments or to assist the Physical Therapist in compiling data for patient evaluations.

Benefits

• AI-powered documentation available to every clinician, helping reduce documentation time and improve work-life balance
• A comprehensive mentorship program lasting 12+ months and tailored to your professional goals
• Robust continuing education with both internal and external learning opportunities
• Clear career advancement pathways, including leadership and clinic management opportunities
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match (100% vested on your first day)
• Generous paid time off — 21 days in your first year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree