Physical Therapist Assistant PTA Lewes Delaware, Sign-On Bonus
About The Position
Aquacare and Fitness Forum Physical Therapy is a physical-therapist-owned private practice with 12 clinics across Maryland and Delaware, operating for over 27 years. They are hiring an orthopedic physical therapist assistant (PTA) to join their team. The practice emphasizes one-on-one patient care, with fewer than 11 patients per day and no productivity quota. They offer opportunities for specialization in areas such as aquatic therapy and lymphedema treatment, with support for continuing education and specialty certifications. New graduates are supported with a reduced caseload and mentorship. The company is Great Place to Work Certified for 2025 and 2026.
Requirements
- Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to obtain one.
- Ability to work four-day or five-day weeks.
- Willingness to work with a variety of patients including post-surgical knees, athletes, weekend warriors, and older adults.
- New graduates are encouraged to apply and will start with a reduced caseload that builds over the first three months.
- Must be able to obtain a Great Place to Work certification.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in aquatic therapy.
- Experience in lymphedema treatment.
- Experience in balance and vestibular work.
- Experience in neurologic rehabilitation.
- Experience in sports rehabilitation.
- Certification in specialties such as aquatic therapy or lymphedema.
Responsibilities
- Treat and work directly with patients.
- Deliver hands-on care through the whole session.
- Work from the plan of care with the evaluating physical therapist.
- Document patient care using Prompt EMR with AI-assisted notes.
- Collaborate with 6-8 therapists and additional PTAs and techs depending on the location.
- Specialize in areas such as aquatic therapy, lymphedema treatment, balance and vestibular work, neurologic rehabilitation, or sports rehabilitation.
Benefits
- $28 to $40 per hour, depending on experience
- $2,500 sign-on bonus
- Fewer than 11 patients per day, one-on-one, no productivity quota
- Four-day or five-day weeks, with flexible hours
- $1,000 or more per year for continuing education
- Additional funding for specialty certifications
- License renewal reimbursed
- PTO hours upon starting, growing with tenure
- 6 paid holidays
- 401(k) with 4% match
- Medical, dental, vision, FSA, disability, and supplemental insurance
- Certification support for specialties
- Mentorship and weekly meetings with clinical leadership for new graduates
- Opportunity to become a Lead PTA, clinical instructor, or cross-clinic float
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
