Physical Therapy Assistant

Born in 1993, Excelsia Injury Care’s mission is to restore quality of life through patient-centric care and support for those injured in motor vehicle or work-related accidents. With over 100 patient care centers across the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, and Mountain West regions, our vision is to be the leading provider of injury care, setting the standard for excellence in every community we serve and expanding access to high-quality care nationwide. We deliver the full continuum of outpatient care within one seamless, connected system. Our diverse team of medical specialists offers a wide range of treatment services, covering medical, orthopedics, neurology, rehabilitation, diagnostic, and surgical. We are committed to supporting patients through personalized support, detailed documentation, and outcome-oriented care coordination to make the recovery process easier.

Compensation

The hourly rate for this role is $29-$35 an hour based on years of experience.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Monday–Friday. No weekends.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients only under the direction of a Physical Therapist as defined in State law.
• Perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected and delegated by the Supervising Physical Therapist.
• Administer treatment with therapeutic exercise, massage, mechanical devices, and therapeutic agents that use the properties of air, water, electricity, sound, or light.
• Make minor modifications to treatment plans within the predetermined plan of care.
• Assist the physical therapist with evaluations and document treatment progress.
• Performance of selected and delegated tasks assessed by the supervising physical therapist.
• Shall not perform interpretation of referrals, physical therapy evaluation, re-evaluation, major modification of treatment plan, final discharge of the patient, or therapeutic techniques beyond the skill and knowledge of the PTA or without proper supervision.

Requirements

• Graduated from an A.P.T.A accredited therapy assistant program with a minimum of an Associate’s degree.
• Eligible for State Board Examination; must pass the licensing exam to continue practice beyond a temporary license.
• Must maintain all requirements of State licensure.
• Strong orthopedic and manual skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multimodal, patient-centered approach.
• Self-motivated, organized, and caring.

Physical Demands

This role is classified as 'medium duty' per the Dictionary of Occupational Titles (U.S. Department of Labor). Key demands include:

• Lifting assistance required for loads exceeding 50 lbs.
• Sit/Stand/Walk ratios are approximately equal (33% each) and remain within the therapist’s control based on tasks.

Reporting Structure

This position reports to the Supervising Licensed Physical Therapist, Site Supervisor, Clinical Director, Owners, and Directors.