PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

Details

Client Name
Inova Specialty Hospital - Alexandria

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Allied

Profession
PTA

Specialty
Physical Therapist Assistant

Job ID
38343357

Job Title
PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

Weekly Pay
$1849.74


Shift Details

Shift
8 Hour Day

Scheduled Hours
40


Job Order Details

Start Date
10/03/2026

End Date
01/02/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Day Shift

Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) assists directly and indirectly with the delivery of Physical Therapy (PT) services, including transportation, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities as outlined by the treatment plan and in accordance with state practice guidelines. The ideal candidate will embody the company's core values of delivering superior quality, treating others with respect, being results-oriented, and maintaining a collaborative attitude.

Core Responsibilities

• Implement treatment goals and plans as established by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist in various therapeutic interventions, including posture training, strengthening exercises, endurance training, balance exercises, and functional skills training.
• Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices.
• Demonstrate the use of therapeutic modalities such as whirlpools, hot/cold packs, therapeutic ultrasound, and more.
• Monitor patient responses to treatment and adjust interventions as necessary.
• Document patient progress and education on a weekly basis.
• Engage in continuous education and provide in-service education to peers.
• Maintain compliance with safety, infection control, and departmental policies.
• Provide excellent customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Valid state PTA license is required.
• BLS certification is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of bedside experience preferred.

Schedule

This position offers a day shift with a 5x8 hour work schedule.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms - 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. - 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley - 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

Client Details

Address
2501 Parkers Lane 4th Floor, Units A&B

City
Alexandria

State
VA

Zip Code
22306


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