Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
Ultimate Therapy•Chevy Chase, MD
About The Position
Ultimate Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant at Autumn Lake at Chevy Chase in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The role supports skilled nursing residents in making progress with everyday movement through hands-on treatment, patient instruction, and coordination with the supervising Physical Therapist. The PTA delivers interventions prescribed in each resident’s established plan of care and helps residents build strength, balance, and endurance for daily activities.
Requirements
- Active Maryland Physical Therapist Assistant license.
- Ability to follow individualized care plans with attention to resident safety.
- Strong communication, observation, and documentation skills.
Nice To Haves
- Skilled nursing or post-acute experience is helpful; new graduates are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Deliver prescribed physical therapy interventions within each resident's established plan of care.
- Guide exercises that develop strength, balance, and endurance for daily activities.
- Practice walking, bed mobility, and transfers using assistance appropriate to residents' abilities and precautions.
- Reinforce safe movement techniques and proper use of prescribed mobility equipment.
- Observe treatment responses and communicate changes in symptoms, function, or participation to the supervising PT.
- Complete timely treatment records.
- Collaborate with nursing and rehabilitation colleagues to support mobility outside therapy sessions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k).
- CEU reimbursement.
- Parental leave and disability insurance.
- Referral bonus of up to $1,000 per successful referral.
- Support from therapy leadership and collaboration with fellow clinicians.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
