Physical Therapist Assistant

NovaCare Rehabilitation•Mitchellville, MD

15d•$34 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

NovaCare Rehabilitation is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant for its Mitchellville, Maryland outpatient team. The position offers a flexible schedule of 32–40 hours per week and compensation of $34–$40 per hour, plus a $3,000 sign-on bonus. The PTA provides patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist and delivers physical therapy services in accordance with state practice requirements and Select Medical policies and procedures. The team treats a diverse patient population across general orthopedics, sports medicine, pelvic health, vestibular rehabilitation, fall and injury prevention, pain management, and TMJ/TMD rehabilitation. New graduates can access structured mentorship and onboarding. Professional development, continuing education, career advancement opportunities, and mobility across the organization’s locations are also highlighted.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by CAPTE.
Valid state physical therapist assistant license, or license in process.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as required by the State Practice Act.
Implement high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities with minimal supervision, following physical therapy principles and practices and Select Medical policies and procedures.
Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.