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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Per Diem

Inova Specialty Hospital·Fairfax County, Virginia

$36 - $36/hr·Other·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

Responsibilities

include assisting with the delivery of physical therapy services such as patient transportation, therapeutic exercises, and functional activities. The role involves implementing treatment goals and plans established by the physical therapist to meet long-term patient objectives.

Overview Position

  • Physical
  • Therapy
  • Assistant (PTA)
  • Location:
  • Alexandria,
  • VA
  • Schedule:
  • PRN/
  • Per
  • DiemCompensation: $36 per hour Inova Specialty Hospital is a critical illness recovery hospital committed to providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services to chronic, critically ill patients who require extended healing and recovery. We help patients during some of the most vulnerable, painful moments of their lives – and Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) play a central role in providing compassionate, excellent treatment every step of the way.
  • Why
  • Join Us:
  • Start
  • Strong: Extensive Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting.
  • Opportunity for
  • Advancement: Demonstrate your skills and dedication which could lead to potential full-time opportunities.
  • Your
  • Impact
  • Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

Assist with the delivery of physical therapy services including transportation, therapeutic exercises and functional activities Implement treatment goals, plans, and programs as established by the physical therapist (PT) Assist the PT in carrying out therapeutic interventions designed to meet the patients’ long-term goals, including strengthening, coordination and balance exercises; posture, endurance/cardiac, functional skills and community re-entry training; joint mobility and muscle lengthening and pain relief Train patients in locomotion using orthotics, prosthetics or assistive devices

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Valid state PTA license Possess a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by start date. Additional Data Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid state Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license and obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification by the start date. The posting also mentions an experience requirement of 1 year.

  • Coordination
  • Therapeutic Exercises
  • Pain Relief
  • Physical Therapy Assistant
  • Endurance
  • Posture
  • Prosthetics
  • Orthotics
  • Assistive Devices
  • Functional Activities
  • Strengthening
  • Balance Exercises
  • Joint Mobility
  • Muscle Lengthening
  • Locomotion Training
  • Treatment Goals Implementation

Posting details

Employment type
Other
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$36 - $36/hr
Location
Fairfax County, Virginia
Posted
Mar 20, 2026
Closes
Mar 20, 2027
Application
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Hiring organization

Inova Specialty Hospital

Inova Specialty Hospital is a 32-bed, critical illness recovery hospital located on the fourth floor of Inova Mount Vernon Hospital. As the first hospital of its kind in Virginia, we specialize in helping critically ill patients begin to breathe, speak, eat, walk and think as...

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IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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Per diem PTA roles in Virginia

Virginia per diem Physical Therapy Assistant roles often reflect steady demand in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and rehab settings, especially when staffing needs fluctuate. Competition can center on active Virginia PTA licensure, BLS by the start date, and prior experience, so candidates should confirm availability and highlight relevant patient-care settings. Job requirements and benefits on this platform are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster before applying.

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