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US Physical Therapy
Lynchburg, Virginia

Physical Therapist Assistant (Floater)

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$30/hr

  • Pay stated — only 59% of Physical Therapy listings do
  • Physical Therapy listings up 19% vs the prior 30 days

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Job Description

Company Description

For more than 50 years, Rehab Associates has been helping patients throughout Central Virginia move better, feel better, and live better. Today, with 19 outpatient clinics across the region, we've grown our footprint without losing sight of what matters most—creating an environment where our clinicians feel supported, empowered, and excited about their careers.

This will be a Physical Therapist Assistant - Resource (Floater) position that will float to different clinics depending on the need.

When You Join Rehab Associates, You'll Enjoy

AI-powered documentation available to every clinician, helping reduce documentation time and improve work-life balance

  • A comprehensive mentorship program lasting 12+ months and tailored to your professional goals
  • Robust continuing education with both internal and external learning opportunities
  • Clear career advancement pathways, including leadership and clinic management opportunities
  • A nationally recognized team known for exceptional patient outcomes and clinical excellence

Expand Your Expertise! We offer specialty practice opportunities in Pelvic Health, Vestibular, Concussion, Spine, TMJ, Foot & Ankle, and many other clinical specialties. Whether you're looking to develop a niche or grow your skills, we'll support your professional interests with mentorship and continuing education support!

Job Description

We are very proud of our services and the depth of knowledge and passion we bring to them. You will implement physical therapy programs and activities, follow developed recovery plans, and deliver therapy treatments. You are equally adept at addressing the whole patient and seeing them as individuals. You know your goal is to execute a program to restore, reinforce, and enhance their physical abilities.

Provides patient care by established protocols and patient care guidelines.

Responsible for timely documentation, including daily notes, weekly workers' compensation reports, progress reports, and incident reports.

Provide comprehensive patient care, administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, heat, light, sound, water, and electrical modality treatment such as ultrasound, electrical stimulation, ultraviolet, infrared, and hot and cold packs.

Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.

Instruct, motivate, and assist patients in learning and improving functional activities such as perambulation, transfer, ambulation, and daily living activities.

Observes patients during treatments, compiles data on patients’ responses to treatments and progress, and reports orally or in writing to the Physical Therapist and Clinical Director.

Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in the use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.

Confers with members of 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.

Measures the patient’s range of joint motion, length and girth of body parts, and vital signs to determine the effects of specific treatments or to 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 it in Virginia.
  • Previous experience in an outpatient setting preferred.
  • Current CPR certification
  • Exercise, sports rehab, and manual-based skills.
  • Additional Information
  • We believe in investing in our team by offering a comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Competitive compensation
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match (100% vested on your first day)
  • Generous paid time off — 21 days in your first year

Compensation: USD 30 - USD 30 - hourly

Key Responsibilities

Implement physical therapy programs and deliver treatments such as manual exercises, therapeutic modalities, and functional activity training. Maintain accurate patient documentation including daily notes, progress reports, and incident reports while collaborating with the clinical team.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Orthopedic bracingRange of motion measurementVital signs monitoringFunctional activities trainingUltrasound therapyTraction administrationExercise prescription

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Physical Therapist Assistant (Floater) at US Physical Therapy a 7.2 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 15% of all Physical Therapy physical therapist listings evaluated on our platform.

Physical Therapist Career Context

Physical Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$62k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $62k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks12 jobs · 11 employers

401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
83% this job
Sign-on bonus
25%
Loan repayment
8%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#3

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

7.2/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Lynchburg

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$281k
Typical market rent
$1,283/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
89.4
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Lynchburg, VA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About US Physical Therapy

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
PTO (21 days in first year)
AI-Powered Documentation
Mentorship Program
Continuing Education