Physical Therapy Assistant -PRN

Virginia Mennonite Retirement Community, Inc.•Harrisonburg, VA

About The Position

Commitment To Inclusive Excellence At VMRC, we identify a 'cultural fit' as a community member demonstrating our shared values and commitment to fostering an inclusive, purpose-driven workplace. We seek candidates who align with our service, justice, peacebuilding, and stewardship values while bringing diverse perspectives that enrich our collective work. We assess candidates through structured, bias-conscious interview questions that explore how you have lived these values in your professional and personal experiences. Who is VMRC? VMRC is a Christ-centered, nonprofit continuing care retirement community offering independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care for older adults. It also provides wellness programs, educational opportunities, and arts and cultural activities for residents and the wider community. Job Qualifications: Assists physical therapists in providing physical therapy treatments and procedures.

Requirements

Current Physical Therapy Assistant state license
CPR certification
Graduate of an accredited therapy program

Responsibilities

Works effectively to comply with policies of all VMRC areas.
Works collaboratively with team members to meet resident needs across the VMRC campus.
Effectively works with other members of the VMRC team to provide in-service’s and education to meet individual resident/patient needs according to standard, regulations, gaps in service delivery and initiatives.
Provides services under the direction of licensed physical therapist.
Contributes to a physical therapist’s effectiveness by identifying patient care issues.
Administers treatment programs for residents and patients.
Documents patient care services according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures.
Performs therapeutic procedures by administering manual exercises and instructing, encouraging, and assisting patients in performing physical activities, such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily living activities.
Helps patients in using supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses.
Instructs and counsels patients by describing therapeutic regimens, giving normal growth and development information, and promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Benefits

Medical insurance with prescription coverage: (30+ hours/week), plus dental and vision plans to keep you looking and feeling fresh.
Future-Proof Your Finances: 403(b) retirement plan with up to 5% company match after one year—stacking wealth for your next chapter.
PTO That is awesome: Full-timers rack up over 230 hours of Personal Time Off in year one, with cash-out options for that extra flex.
On-Demand Pay: Access to Earned Wages BEFORE the scheduled payday because life happens
Company-paid Short-Term Disability for full-time crew, plus optional Long-Term Disability for added peace of mind.
Life Insurance, Locked In: Free company-paid life insurance, with supplemental options to level up your coverage.
Flex Spending, Made Easy: Flexible Spending Account with a company contribution to help you save smart.
Wellness Opportunities: Free or discounted membership to our on-site Wellness Center—because self-care is real.
Level Up Your Learning: Tuition reimbursement and scholarships to keep your career moving forward.
Foodie Deals: Employee meal discounts to fuel your hustle without breaking the bank.
Good Vibes Only: Our Healthy You program and RARE (Recognizing, Assisting, and Rewarding Employees) committee keep the energy high with shout-outs and rewards.
Mental Health Matters: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you through life’s ups and downs.
Cash In on Your Network: Referral bonuses for bringing your friends and family to the team.
Loan Forgiveness, Super Shift Diff's & Signing Bonuses: Select roles come with financial perks to kickstart your career with a bang.
Tickets at Work: Snag deals at over 1,000 vendors—dining, concerts, car rentals, and more.
Local Perks: Enjoy 10% off at local spots to make every day sweeter.