Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)- Full Time

Pediatric Movement Center•Frederick, MD

2d•$23 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Physical therapy assistants (PTA) will be expected to plan, organize, and conduct pediatric physical therapy programs to facilitate growth and motor development. The PTA will conduct therapy in such areas as fine/gross motor skill development, quality of motor integration, sensory modulation, self-care and activities of daily living, following a treatment plan as established by a supervising Physical Therapist and monitor progress for each child on his/her caseload. The therapist is expected to maintain thorough, up-to-date treatment notes on each client, and develop appropriate home programs for clients when applicable. The PTA is expected to facilitate developmental strategies for perceptual, motor and sensory improvement. This position requires independent clinical judgment, well-developed communication skills, and the ability to work well with coworkers and families of clients. Physical therapy assistants are expected to work in conjunction with the primary physical therapist in carry-through of therapy treatment programs. PTAs will demonstrate sound judgement for the safety of the child, and work in conjunction with the PT to determine effectiveness of the therapy program.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
An active license to practice physical therapy in the state of Maryland
Effective written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

One or more years of clinical experience in a pediatric therapy setting is preferred.
Proficiency in conducting treatments in pediatric clinic-based settings.

Responsibilities

plan, organize, and conduct pediatric physical therapy programs to facilitate growth and motor development
conduct therapy in such areas as fine/gross motor skill development, quality of motor integration, sensory modulation, self-care and activities of daily living, following a treatment plan as established by a supervising Physical Therapist and monitor progress for each child on his/her caseload
maintain thorough, up-to-date treatment notes on each client, and develop appropriate home programs for clients when applicable
facilitate developmental strategies for perceptual, motor and sensory improvement
work in conjunction with the primary physical therapist in carry-through of therapy treatment programs
demonstrate sound judgement for the safety of the child, and work in conjunction with the PT to determine effectiveness of the therapy program

Benefits

Wage Range: $23 - $43/hr
Paid Time Off : Up to 5.54 hrs earned bi-weekly
Holiday Pay : up to 10 paid holidays
Free CEU: free courses offered + reimbursement on approved coursework
Retirement : Employer contribution to IRA
Health Insurance : Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA)
Life Insurance: Employer-paid life insurance (30 hours/wk+)
Employee Assistance Program: Employer-paid program
Employee Discounts : Employee discounts on PMC classes, activities and events.
Company Events: Employer sponsored events for our staff (and their families) to enjoy!