Rehab Therapy - PTA

Posterity Group LLC is a veteran owned, service-disabled small business, headquartered in Rockville, MD, that specializes in federal government contracting and staffing. We are working with VES (Veteran Evaluation Services) to staff Physical Therapist Assistants to provide their services to veterans in our Rockville, MD headquarters. The Physical Therapist Assistant is expected to perform the following:

Ensure that therapy area is clean and tidy at all times to prevent infection
Administer treatment to patients such as massaging and stretching
Fix and arrange equipment for physical exercises and treatment and pack them up afterwards
Interact closely with patients to obtain their medical history
Bring patients to areas of therapy and take them out afterwards
Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program: Formal education provides the clinical knowledge and hands-on training needed to safely assist with patient care and rehabilitation exercises.
State licensure or certification (required): Most regions require PTAs to be licensed, ensuring they meet professional standards and are qualified to provide patient care.
Knowledge of how the body moves and heals helps PTAs carry out treatment plans effectively and safely.
PTAs work under the supervision of physical therapists, so accurately following prescribed exercises and therapies is essential for patient recovery.
Properly documenting patient progress and ensuring exercises are performed correctly helps prevent injury and supports effective treatment.
Communication skills with patients and healthcare teams: Clear communication ensures patients understand instructions and allows coordination with therapists and medical staff.
Recovery can be slow and challenging, so PTAs must motivate patients and provide consistent encouragement.
heat, ice, or electrical stimulation), and monitoring progress are essential.
Maintaining patient privacy and following healthcare regulations is critical in a medical setting.
Teamwork and collaboration with healthcare professionals: Working alongside physical therapists and other staff ensures coordinated and effective patient care.
Commitment to patient safety and quality care: Ensuring proper techniques and monitoring patient responses helps prevent injury and supports successful rehabilitation.