Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient Orthopedics and Aquatics

Select Medical • Frederick, MD

58d • $31 • Onsite

About The Position

At NovaCare Rehabilitation in Frederick , we are committed to delivering an exceptional patient experience—helping individuals return to the activities they love, whether it's sports, work, or daily life. Our team of dedicated clinicians is passionate about providing innovative, life-changing care, and we’re excited to welcome a new Licensed Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant to our aquatics program.
We are seeking a Licensed Part-Time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team, primarily treating patients in our aquatic therapy program , with occasional orthopedic caseloads. This role is ideal for a clinician with prior aquatics experience. We are also open to new graduate PTAs who have completed an aquatics rotation and are eager to grow in this specialty.
Schedule: 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM 2–3 days per week (negotiable)
If you're passionate about helping patients thrive and are excited to grow your skills in aquatics and orthopedics, we’d love to hear from you!

Requirements

• 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

• prior aquatics experience
• new graduate PTAs who have completed an aquatics rotation and are eager to grow in this specialty

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

• Continuing Education: Complimentary in-person and online CEUs to support your professional development
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide network of clinical experts and mentorship opportunities
• 401(k): Company match after 1,000 hours worked in a calendar year
• Diverse Experience: Work with a variety of patient populations and clinical specialties
• Well-Being Support: Resources to promote financial, emotional, and work/life well-being for you and your family

What This Job Offers

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