Physical Therapist Assistant PTA
Listed compensation
$124.8K–$145.6K
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Benefits
- Travel Reimbursement
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
Overview
Talin Home Healthcare is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our team. The PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to provide high-quality care to patients in in their homes across Northern Virginia. This role is essential in helping patients regain mobility and improve their overall physical function.
Duties
Assist the Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans for patients with various conditions, including geriatrics, and those requiring acute care.
- Monitor patient progress and report any changes or concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
- Educate patients and their families on exercises, techniques, and strategies to enhance recovery.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient treatments and progress in accordance with facility policies.
- Ensure a safe and clean treatment environment by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology to effectively assist in patient treatment.
- Familiarity with medical terminology relevant to physical therapy practices.
- Experience or knowledge in specific areas such as outpatient services, inpatient care, skilled nursing facilities, and geriatrics.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse patient populations, including children and elderly individuals.
- Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while providing high-quality patient care.
- Coverage areas Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Falls Church.
If you are passionate about helping others achieve their physical health goals and possess the necessary skills for this role, we encourage you to apply for the position of Physical Therapist Assistant.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Referral program
- Travel reimbursement
Medical Specialty
Home Health
License/Certification:
CPR Certification (Required)
Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)
Key Responsibilities
Assist licensed Physical Therapists in implementing treatment plans for diverse patient populations in home settings. Monitor patient progress, educate families on recovery strategies, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
Requirements
Must be a Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant with a valid CPR certification. Requires strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and experience working with geriatric or acute care patients.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In Virginia, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$95k (600 salary observations; 1,761 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,296 salary observations; 58,632 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$135k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $134k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $125k–$146k | Physical Therapy median $69k (middle half $66k–$71k)22 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Virginia vs national | $95k median in Virginia | $94k nationally (+1%)600 state / 15,296 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$134k in purchasing power | Virginia index 101.1 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in Virginia | 797 active | 21,900 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Talin Home Healthcare | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index10 active listings |
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