Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient

Physical Therapy Assistant - Outpatient

Job Category: Clinical

Requisition Number: PHYSI012338

Full-Time

Hourly Range: $25.91 USD to $38.89 USD

Frederick, MD 217024503, USA

The posted range is the budgeted amount for this position. The actual rate of pay will be determined based on several factors, including your relevant experience, education, skills, internal equity, and alignment with Meritus Health's compensation practices.

Job Details

Description

Under direction and supervision of the physical therapists, provides treatment and follow-up to patients referred for physical therapy according to the physical therapist's plan of care. Works to ensure that patients are at the highest level of function by discharge or discontinuation from this service. Communicates regularly with other rehab team members as well as physicians and other external customers to ensure a continuum in physical therapy and rehab team plan of care. Demonstrates clinical proficiency in administering treatments to restore a maximum level of function. Caseload for Total Rehab Care spans newborn to geriatric populations.

Education Graduate from an approved therapy program with an Associate of Arts degree.

Experience No clinical experience beyond education required. Must be able to perform all phases of job after initial three months.

Licensure/Certification Maryland Physical Therapy Assistant licensure, or temporary Maryland license, awaiting state board examination or state reciprocity. Current BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Problem solving, decision making and critical thinking skills are required. Organizational skills required in order to accomplish work. Time management skills required. Ability to learn to communicate using medical center computer system and point of care documentation system required.

Caring for Our Team We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance available starting the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, along with life insurance, short and long-term disability coverage. Paid Time Off begins accruing from day one, and we also provide a 401k plan, an education assistance program, and an employee assistance program. Additionally, employees working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for a shift differential, adding even more value to your role.

Happy to Help At Meritus, we believe in a collaborative and caring work environment. Interactions are an opportunity to learn, listen and to be there for one another. Therefore, we provide warm welcomes, hospitality-driven closures, and are always Happy to Help.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Basic Life Support

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.