Physical Therapist Assistant - Ortho at Rivers Bend

Physical Therapist Assistant The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is primarily responsible for the delivery of Physical Therapy care to the patient population to which she/he is assigned and the recording of that care in the hospital medical record. The PTA acts as a consultant to various patient populations and must work under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist according to the laws and practice regulations of the State of Virginia. The PTA provides instruction to OT/PT support staff, PT students, personnel of other disciplines within VCUHS, and patient and/or family members. The PTA may rotate through our various clinical service areas. Key Responsibilities Patient implementation of plan of care and discharge planning. Ordering equipment. Representing the department at rounds and discharge conferences. Scheduling and charging patients. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): supervising Rehab Technicians, students, and volunteers. Member of a self‑directed team, applying knowledge and experience in daily clinic problem solving, and bringing unresolved issues to the departmental manager for assistance. Expected to share in weekend and holiday schedule expectations or have a fluctuation of daily work hours from 8 AM to 7 PM based on patient population/clinic needs. Qualifications and Requirements Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Licensed (or licensure eligible) by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current license by the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Current CPR Certification if required by clinic or practice area. Experience: New graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Preferred experience: One (1) year of work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Education/Training: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program (Associate’s Degree). No preferred alternative. Additional Position Requirements Age Specific groups served: Pediatric, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric. Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Lifting 50‑100 lbs.; frequent bending, walking (distance), climbing (steps, ladder, other), reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive). Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speak clearly, write legibly, reading, logical thinking. Emotional: Fast‑pace environment, steady pace, able to handle multiple priorities, frequent and intense customer interactions, noisy environment, able to adapt to frequent change. EEO Statement EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Commonwealth University Health