Physical Therapist Assistant
About The Position
Sentara is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant at the Sentara Therapy Orthopedics and Sports Center in Norfolk, Virginia. The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist. The role may assist in developing treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document treatment progress within the scope of plans established by a physical therapist. It also provides age-appropriate education to clients and caregivers and supervises and assumes responsibility for care provided by identified team members.
Requirements
- Physical Therapist Assistant education obtained through a CAPTE-accredited two-year associate degree program.
- Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist.
- Assist in developing treatment plans, as applicable.
- Carry out routine functions within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.
- Document treatment progress within the scope of established treatment plans.
- Provide age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers.
- Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays.
- Paid parental and military leave, and paid family caregiver leave.
- 401(k)/403(b) retirement savings plan with employer match.
- Tuition assistance of up to $5,250 per year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education.
- Student debt pay-down program of up to $10,000 and educational assistance or student loan repayment.
- Adoption, fertility, and surrogacy reimbursement of up to $10,000.
- Emergency backup care.
- Long-term and short-term disability and critical illness plans.
- Pet insurance.
- Legal resources plan.
- Opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus, subject to system and employee eligibility criteria.
- Career advancement opportunities and work perks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
