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Physical Therapy Assistant Location: Burke, VA Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Shift Information: 8 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP About the Position Job Title Physical Therapist Assistant Location Virginia Schedule / Job Type Contract | 13 Weeks | Days | Outpatient | Onsite | Monday–Friday with varying hours Key Responsibilities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the supervising Physical Therapist, including posture training, strengthening exercise, balance, coordination, endurance, joint mobility, pain relief, and functional skills training. Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics, and assistive devices such as canes, crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs; demonstrate proper guarding techniques and safety awareness. Apply and demonstrate therapeutic modalities including ultrasound, hot/cold packs, whirlpools, paraffin bath, iontophoresis, fluidotherapy, and TENS units. Monitor patient response to treatment, document progress, and record patient and family education and participation. Maintain a safe, clean treatment environment; follow infection control protocols and safe patient handling practices. Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members, participate in team conferences, and serve as a resource regarding therapy goals and interventions. Required Qualifications Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license or eligibility to practice in Virginia. Experience working in an outpatient physical therapy setting. Proficiency in applying therapeutic exercise and modalities under Physical Therapist supervision. Knowledge of safe patient handling techniques and infection control standards. Strong documentation skills for tracking patient progress and treatment response. Preferred Experience / Skills Experience with community re-entry training and adaptive equipment instruction. Familiarity with assistive and adaptive devices including wheelchairs and custom cushioning systems. Demonstrated ability to educate patients and families on body mechanics and home exercise programs. Why Join Us Join a patient- and safety-focused outpatient therapy environment that values teamwork, quality care, and professional growth. Work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary team committed to achieving meaningful outcomes for patients.