Sentara

Physical Therapist Assistant

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City/State Dumfries, VA Overview Work Shift First (Days) (United States of America) Sign on Bonus: $5000 Sentara Outpatient Therapy is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for their Dumfries location. Must be licensed Full Time Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist. Assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Provide age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers. Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members. Sentara Healthcare offers outstanding benefits: Tuition assistance and Student Loan Repayment Benefit Health, Dental, Vision, and Medical insurance Generous Paid Annual Leave, Parental and Caregiver Leave Retirement with match Adoption, Infertility, and Surrogacy Reimbursement Career and personal development opportunities Reward programs for health and wellness Job Summary: Administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist. Assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist. Provide age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers. Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members. Qualifications: ALD - Associate's Level Degree: Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) RQI Physical Therapist Assistant License (PTA) - Required for the state of practice. Skills: Active Listening Communication Critical Thinking Learning Strategies Management of Material Resources Monitoring Service Orientation Social Perceptiveness Speaking Technology/Computer Skills Time Management Writing Sentara Healthcare prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging are guiding principles to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment. J-18808-Ljbffr