Physical Therapist Assistant - Baltimore MD

				Overview:

Full time Physical Therapist Assistant for outpatient center in Baltimore, MD

Experience the power of physical therapy with NovaCare in Baltimore! Our community-oriented outpatient orthopedic center (Rosedale) is looking for a compassionate, caring and driven licensed physical therapist assistant to provide exceptional patient care to patients of all ages and abilities. We have additional clinicians on staff treating a diverse population of teens through geriatrics. 

You must have at least one year of recent outpatient orthopedic experience to be considered. This is not a fit for a new graduate physical therapist assistant or a clinician without previous and recent OP ortho experience. Your schedule will include two nights per week until 7pm. No weekends.

Our highly trained and respected clinical team provides treatment services that maximize functionality and promote the best optimal outcomes for our patients. We utilize a variety of evidence-based treatments and manual therapy techniques to create individualized treatment plans focused on helping each patient achieve their specific goals and get back to the things that are important to them. Our work environment offers a great opportunity to provide skilled care to patients and grow with the nation's leader in outpatient physical therapy and rehabilitation.

Unique Location/Job Details:  This is a diverse orthopedic practice that sees a diverse patient mix from pediatric to geriatric.

* Industry-leading continuing education opportunities.
* Diverse patient mix including sports medicine. 
* Ask about our learning opportunities including journal clubs and study groups.
* Career development programs. 
* We offer excellent benefits including.
* An unmatched Continuing Education Program.
* Certification and specialist programs.
* Leadership training program.
* Company match 401K.
* Generous paid time off.
* Multiple PPO insurance options.

Apply today!

Shanel Green

Sr. Regional Recruiter- Outpatient Division

NovaCare Rehabilitation and Select Physical Therapy

610-223-5944 Cell

ssgreen@selectmedical.com

NovaCare is part of the Select Medical Outpatient Division, a nationally prominent, locally driven provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation. Throughout the country, the Select Medical family of brands includes Banner Physical Therapy, Select Physical Therapy, NovaCare Rehabilitation, Kentucky Orthopedic Rehab Team (KORT), Saco Bay Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, Champion Sports Medicine, Rehab Associates, NovaCare and Select Kids Pediatric Therapy, Emory Rehabilitation Outpatient Center, Kessler Rehabilitation Center, SSM Health Physical Therapy and Baylor Scott & White Institute for Rehabilitation Outpatient Therapy. Together, these brands comprise a national network of almost 1800 centers in 37 states and the District of Columbia. The centers offer a wide range of general physical therapy services such as hand therapy, sports medicine and work injury prevention and management. Throughout the country, we also provide physical therapy and athletic training services to professional sports teams, colleges, universities and high schools and serve as the exclusive physical rehabilitation provider to several major U.S. corporations. 

Responsibilities:

* Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act.
* Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program.
* Implements, 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.
* Develops treatment plans, supervises assistants and aides, contributes to case management, and provides quality patient care.
* Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff.

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements: 

* Ability to lift patients using biomedical techniques frequently throughout the course of a work day/shift; must be capable of easily lifting fifty (50) pounds of weight alone. 
* Ability to walk, bend, stand, and reach constantly during a work day/shift. 
* Visual acuity (near and distant) sufficient to maintain accurate records, recognize people, and understand written direction. 
* Ability to speak and hear sufficiently to understand and give directions. 
* Ability to push wheeled equipment throughout the facility and in the community. 
* Fine motor skills adequate for scheduling and preparing patients, equipment, and supplies for treatment. 
* Ability to participate in sustained activities for many hours in duration in accordance with state labor laws.

Required Credentials: 

* A valid state license (where applicable), registration or certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant upon graduation from an approved curriculum for Physical Therapist Assistants, and having passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants certified by the CAPTE. 
* State license and/or certification must be valid in the state in which the individual will practice. 
* Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
			

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