PTA - Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist AssistantMedStar Health is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at Therapy - Wheaton! The ideal candidate will be a Physical Therapy Assistant with professional competency as a general practitioner in physical therapy; The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide physical therapy services to patients including treatment, training, and equipment recommendations under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist according to the state requirements of which the provider is practicing.Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!Documents and charges for patient care activities painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care under supervision of licensed physical therapist according to the state's requirement. Documents ongoing communication with the physical therapist.Completes appropriate discharge planning, follow-up care, and determination of equipment needs in collaboration with supervising physical therapist. Involves patient and family as appropriate in treatment and discharge planning through education and training. Provides patient treatment services including review of pertinent historical information, safely administering modalities, and providing interventions within the treatment plan's limits under supervision of licensed physical therapist. Recognizes and documents changes/response in patient's condition and contributes to modification of the treatment plan in collaboration with, and under the supervision of, a licensed physical therapist. Serves as a clinical instructor to assigned students as appropriate.Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant school.Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.American Heart Association's BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) certification.