Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Overview:

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Skilled Nursing Facility - Sterling, VA-Potomac Falls
Full-Time $33-$38/hr Sign-On Bonus Available Mentorship + Growth Work-Life Balance

Are you ready to make a difference every day-and get paid well to do it? Join our skilled nursing facility in Sterling, Virginia as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and be part of a compassionate team that values your skills, supports your development, and celebrates your wins.

What You'll Do:

Provide high-quality physical therapy services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist

Help residents recover mobility, restore confidence, and achieve personal milestones

Collaborate with a caring, interdisciplinary team

Document progress and contribute to personalized care plans

Clinical Mentorship Program - Grow With Us:
Whether you're a new grad or transition to a new field, our structured Clinical Mentorship Program includes:
️ Mentoring with experienced PTs
️ Weekly/Monthly skill-building workshops
️ Real-time feedback and professional development coaching
️ Pathways to specialize or advance into leadership

Compensation & Perks:
Pay Range: $33-$38/hr (based on experience)
Full-time
Health, dental & vision insurance
PTO + paid holidays
CEU reimbursement + career advancement opportunities
401(k) with employer match

Pick Your Perk - Make Your Benefits Work for YOU:
Choose one of our exclusive extras to fit your lifestyle:
Cell Phone Stipend
️ Vacation Stipend
Gas Card

Sign On Bonus

Why Sterling, VA?
Live, work, and play in a community that offers it all:
Algonkian Regional Park - riverside trails, kayaking, and scenic views
️ Local Dining - from cozy cafes to craft breweries like Crooked Run and Ocelot
️ Dulles Town Center - shopping, entertainment, and more
️ W&OD Trail - 45 miles of biking and walking paths
10 minutes to Dulles Airport, and a short drive to Washington, D.C.

Ready to move your career forward and make a daily impact?
Apply today to join a team that's as committed to your future as you are to your patients.

Responsibilities:

As a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), you are an integral part of the rehabilitation team, working under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help patients regain movement, alleviate pain, and restore function following injury, illness, or surgery. Here's an outline of the primary responsibilities of a Physical Therapist Assistant:

Patient Care Implementation: Assist in the implementation of treatment plans developed by the physical therapist to address patients' specific rehabilitation goals and functional needs.
Therapeutic Exercise and Activities: Lead patients through prescribed exercises and therapeutic activities designed to enhance their physical function and promote recovery. Physical Therapist Assistants instruct patients on proper exercise techniques, monitor their progress, and provide feedback to ensure safe and effective participation.
Modalities and Physical Agents: Physical Therapist Assistants ensure the proper application of various treatment modalities, monitor patient responses, and adjust treatment parameters as necessary to optimize therapeutic outcomes.
Patient and Family Education: Physical Therapist Assistants educate patients and their families on injury prevention strategies, proper body mechanics, and techniques for managing pain and discomfort.
Progress Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor patients' responses to treatment interventions, documenting their progress and any changes in functional status or treatment tolerance. Physical Therapist Assistants communicate regularly with the supervising physical therapist, providing updates on patient progress and collaborating on adjustments to the treatment plan as needed.
Qualifications:
Degree in an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
Current license/certification in the state of practice

TMC is an equal opportunity employer.