Physical Therapist Assistant

Overview

• Discipline: Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA)
• Schedule: PRN, weekdays (Mon-Fri)
• Location: NovaCare in Laurel, MD
• Compensation: $29.00 - $36.00 /hour
• Setting: Outpatient Orthopedics
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (Per Diem) - Outpatient Orthopedics

NovaCare in Laurel, Maryland, is seeking per diem/ PRN Physical Therapist Assistants to help our outpatient orthopedic population achieve their recovery goals. You must be licensed in MD to start. We’ll pair our coverage needs with your availability to create a schedule that works for you. New graduates are welcome to apply.

This role is perfect for a licensed PTA with outpatient experience who values work-life balance. Our large team treats a diverse OP population, including ortho, sports, and industrial diagnoses.

We have several outpatient locations throughout PG County available for full-time, steady part-time, or as-needed/per diem coverage.

Center Hours: 7 AM to 7 PM, with the last patient scheduled an hour before. We close at 3:30 P. M. on Fridays. No weekends.

• You’ll treat a diverse patient population across conditions such as:
• General Orthopedics
• Sports Medicine
• Neurological Rehabilitation
• Vestibular & Concussion Care
• Post-Offer Employment Testing (POETs)
• ACL Rehabilitation
• Fall Prevention Programs

Why Work With Us?

At NovaCare, we take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience and helping our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love.

PRN Perks

• Continuing Education: Free in-person and online CEUs to keep learning
• Career Growth: Access to a nationwide, professional support network
• 401(k): Company matching 401(k) after 1,000 hours in a calendar year
• Diversity: Work with a variety of team sizes, patient populations, and specialties
• Shanel Green
• Talent Acquisition Manager

ssgreen@selectmedical.com

610.223.5944

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