Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Outpatient Ortho. / Pelvic Health
Company: MEDSTAR HEALTH
Location: Finksburg
Posted on: July 2, 2025
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Job Description:
General Summary of Position Selected Applicant will be splitting
time between clinics in Timonium and Perry Hall. MedStar Health is
looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant t o join our team in
Timonium and Perry Hall. The i deal candidate will be a Physical
Therapy Assistant with p rofessional competency as a general
practitioner in physical therapy; demonstrate d independent use of
varied treatment approaches ; and the ability to work in a team
environment. The P hysical Therapist Assistant will provide
physical therapy services to patients including treatment,
training, and equipment recommendations under the supervision of a
licensed physical therapist according to the state requirements of
which the provider is practicing. Join one of the largest
healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro re gion, also
recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply
today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career
move! Primary Duties: D ocuments and charges for patient care
activities painting a clear picture of the patient's course of care
under supervision of licensed physical therapist according to the
state's requirement. Documents ongoing communication with the
physical therapist. Demonstrates effective time management and
meets productivity expectations. Manage an accurate schedule.
Demonstrates a professional commitment to provide frictionless
patient access to care through flexibility, adaptability,
creativity, and actions/behaviors that display empathy in our
patient consumer driven environment Arranges schedule for
re-evaluations and discharge summaries to be done by a physical
therapist. Completes appropriate discharge planning, follow-up
care, and determination of equipment needs in collaboration with
supervising physical therapist. Demonstrates initiative in
contributing innovative ideas for patient treatment. Involves
patient and family as appropriate in treatment and discharge
planning through education and training. Provides patient treatment
services including review of pertinent historical information,
safely administering modalities, and providing interventions within
the treatment plan's limits under supervision of licensed physical
therapist. Collaborates interventions with other team members
toward an interdisciplinary approach where appropriate . Recognizes
and documents changes/response in patient's condition and
contributes to modification of the treatment plan in collaboration
with, and under the supervision of, a licensed physical therapist.
Provides verbal/written reports as appropriate for patient progress
conferences where applicable. Takes initiative in pursuing and
directing continuing education for professional growth and
competency for self and organization. Serves as a clinical
instructor to assigned students as appropriate . Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant school .
Associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Maryland,
District of Columbia (DC), and/or Virginia licensure required as
deemed necessary for your specific location(s). American Heart
Association’s BLS (Basic Life Support) for Healthcare Providers CPR
(Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) ce rtification . Primary Duties
and Responsibilities Minimum Qualifications This position has a
hiring range of $25.35 - $44.55
Keywords: MEDSTAR HEALTH, Towson , Physical Therapist Assistant PTA - Outpatient Ortho. / Pelvic Health, Healthcare , Finksburg, Maryland
