Physical Therapist Assistant - Fishersville, VA!

Company Overview

Rehab Associates, proudly partnered with Barren Ridge PT, is growing and seeking clinicians who have a true passion for people! Over the last 50 years, Rehab Associates of Central Virginia has been the area’s outpatient physical therapy clinic, focusing on putting patients’ needs first. Our physical therapists hold advanced degrees in specialty orthopedic care from head to toe, treating conditions ranging from musculoskeletal headaches to lower back pain to heel‑pain syndrome. Our sixteen clinics offer specialty programs and are proud to be a National PT Practice of the Year. We are consistently recognized nationally for Outcomes in Excellence. AI documentation is available to all clinicians.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package including 401(k), health, dental, generous paid time off, and more
• Training and support
• Multiple opportunities for professional development, specialization, and leadership
• Clinic mentorship
• Employee discount plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Family‑friendly work environment

Responsibilities

• Implement physical therapy programs and activities, following developed recovery plans
• Deliver therapy treatments and provide patient care by established protocols and patient‑care guidelines
• Complete timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers’ compensation reports, progress reports, and incident reports
• Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatments such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot/cold packs
• Provide traction to relieve neck and back pain
• Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in learning and improving functional activities such as perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and activities of daily living
• Observe patients during treatments, compile data on responses and progress, and report orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist and Clinical Director
• Fit patients for, adjust, and train patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs
• Confer with members of the physical therapy staff and other health‑team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs
• Measure patients’ range of joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine treatment effects or assist the Physical Therapist in compiling data for patient evaluations

Qualifications

• Graduate from a CAPTE‑accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant or the ability to obtain licensure in Virginia
• Previous experience in an outpatient setting preferred
• Current CPR certification
• Experience with exercise, sports rehabilitation, and manual‑based skills