Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Lewes Delaware

Aquacare & Fitness Forum Physical Therapy•Lewes, DE

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Aquacare and Fitness Forum Physical Therapy, a physical-therapist-owned private practice with 12 clinics across Maryland and Delaware, is seeking an orthopedic physical therapist assistant (PTA) for its Lewes, Delaware location. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a focus on one-on-one patient care, allowing for specialization in areas such as aquatic therapy and lymphedema treatment. The practice emphasizes professional growth through mentorship, continuing education, and a collaborative team approach, ensuring clinicians are valued and have opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

Must be a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
New graduates are encouraged to apply.
Ability to work four-day or five-day weeks.
Willingness to help set your hours.
Commitment to providing one-on-one patient care.
Ability to work alongside therapists, PTAs, and techs.

Nice To Haves

Certification support for specialties such as aquatic therapy, lymphedema, and other tracks open to PTAs.
Interest in specializing in aquatic therapy or lymphedema treatment.
Interest in balance and vestibular work, neurologic rehabilitation, or sports rehabilitation.

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.
Complete documentation using Prompt EMR with AI-assisted notes.
Collaborate with supervising physical therapists, including structured check-ins on shared patients.
Participate in specialization tracks such as aquatic therapy, lymphedema treatment, balance and vestibular work, neurologic rehabilitation, or sports rehabilitation.

Benefits

$27 to $35 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, and you help set your hours
$1,000 or more per year for continuing education
Additional funding for specialty certifications
License renewal reimbursed
PTO hours when you start, growing with tenure
6 paid holidays
401(k) with 4% match
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
FSA (Flexible Spending Account)
Disability insurance
Supplemental insurance
Certification support for specialties
Direct access to supervising physical therapist during treatment sessions
Structured check-ins on shared patients
A say in how the plan of care progresses
Reduced caseload for new graduates that builds over the first three months
Weekly one-on-ones with clinic director for new graduates
Named mentor
Scheduled weekly meetings
Case review with clinical leadership
Paid first certification in the first year
Opportunities for Lead PTA roles, clinical instructor, and cross-clinic float roles