Physical Therapist Assistant
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NovaCare Rehabilitation
Odenton, MD, US
Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant provides high-quality physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist. They are responsible for maintaining positive interactions with patients and staff while implementing treatment plans in accordance with company policies.
Job Description
Overview
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)
Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, Vestibular, Concussion, ReVital (oncology), Hand Therapy, and Neurology
Location: NovaCare Odenton, MD
Status: Full-time, 32-40 hours
Compensation: $29.00 - $38.00/ Hour
Incentives for Full-Time: Sign-on bonus up to $3,000 and indefinite student loan help
At NovaCare in Odenton, Maryland, every physical therapist assistant's journey becomes a testament to excellence, innovation, and life-changing patient care. We are here to nurture your growth and champion your aspirations. We take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping all our patients return to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.
We are open to considering licensed PTAs for full-time, part-time, or PRN schedules. Full-time begins at 32 hours. You must have a Maryland PTA license to start. An ideal PTA has at least one year of outpatient experience. We are open to considering new graduates. Our multidisciplinary team provides on-site mentorship.
We treat a diverse orthopedic population, from teens to geriatrics, with specialty services including sports medicine, oncology (ReVital), neurology, vestibular, and concussion programs.
Part-Time Schedule
Our center operates Monday through Saturday. We are seeking part-time coverage on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and on Saturdays from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Additional PTA coverage is available.
Why Join NovaCare?
We take pride in helping patients return to the activities they love, whether that’s sports, work, or everyday life. As a PTA, you’ll benefit from Specialty Exposure:
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- General Orthopedics
- Neurological Rehab
- Vestibular & Concussion Management
- Sports Medicine
- Pelvic Health (CoreVia)
- Oncology Rehabilitation (ReVital)
- Lymphedema
- Amputees
- FCEs, POETs, & Work Conditioning
Our comprehensive benefits package supports your career growth and personal well-being (32hr.+):
- Start Strong: Our mentorship and orientation programs ensure a successful transition
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO to maintain a healthy work-life balance with separate sick time accrual.
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, and dental plan offerings
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plans as well as life and disability protection
- Elevate Your Skills: Unmatched CEU program
- Go Anywhere with Us: 1900 centers in 39 states, offering internal movement
- Advance your Career: Our Outpatient Clinical Advancement Program supports professional growth and clinical expertise with bonus incentives
Shanel Green
NovaCare Rehabilitation
610-223-5944 Cell
Responsibilities
- Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
- Implement, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures
- Maintain positive level of interaction with centers and patients, and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.
Qualifications
- College graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program
- Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by the CAPTE
- Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license (or license in process)
- CPR certification
Additional Data
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
NovaCare Rehabilitation is part of the Select Medical Outpatient Division, a nationally prominent, locally driven provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation. The Select Medical family of brands carries wide recognition throughout the country.Together, our brands comprise a national network of more than 1,800 centers in 39 states and the District of Columbia across the U.S. The centers offer a wide range of general physical therapy services such as hand therapy, sports medicine and work injury prevention and management. Select Medical empowers its therapists by providing industry-leading continuing education opportunities. Select Medical’s outpatient division provides physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools and serves as the exclusive physical rehabilitation provider to several major U.S. corporations.
Discover the power of physical therapy!
Select Medical provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
NovaCare Rehabilitation is part of the Select Medical Outpatient Division, a nationally prominent, locally driven provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation. The Select Medical family of brands carries wide recognition throughout the country.Together, our brands comprise a national network of more than 1,800 centers in 39 states and the District of Columbia across the U.S. The centers offer a wide range of general physical therapy services such as hand therapy, sports medicine and work injury prevention and management. Select Medical empowers its therapists by providing industry-leading continuing education opportunities. Select Medical’s outpatient division provides physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools and serves as the exclusive physical rehabilitation provider to several major U.S. corporations.
Discover the power of physical therapy!
Select Medical provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.
Company size
10,001+ employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Privately Held
