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Physical Therapy Assistant

Sentara Health·Norfolk, Virginia

Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly·2-5 yrs·Posted 2 months ago
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About the role

The Physical Therapy Assistant will administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of a physical therapist. Responsibilities also include assisting in treatment plan development, carrying out routine functions, and documenting patient progress.

City/State: Norfolk, VA

Work Shift: First (Days)

Overview: Sentara Therapy Center Granby is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant in Norfolk, Virginia

This is a Full-time, Day shift opportunity with great benefits.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will administer physical therapy treatments and procedures under the supervision of a physical therapist. May assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, and document the progress of treatment within the scope of treatment plans established by a physical therapist.

Provides age-appropriate education for clients and caregivers. Supervise and assume responsibility for care provided by identified team members.

Education

Associate Level Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)
  • RQ IAmerican Heart Association (AHA)
  • RQI American Heart Association (AHA) RQI

Benefits

Sentara offers an attractive array of full benefits, including Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Retirement Savings plans, career advancement opportunities, work perks, and more.

Plus, Sentara just added MORE benefits that support your and your family's needs.

Ask about our Student Debt Program!

For more information about our employee benefits click Benefits - Sentara (sentaracareers.com) [https://www.sentaracareers.com/explore-sentara/benefits/]

Our success is supported by a family-friendly culture that encourages community involvement and creates unlimited opportunities for development and growth.

Keywords: Physical Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy, Outpatient, Rehab Therapy, PTA, Monster, Talroo-Allied Health

Benefits

  • Caring For Your Family and Your Career
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
  • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
  • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
  • Emergency Backup Care
  • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k/403B with Employer Match
  • Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
  • Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
  • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
  • Pet Insurance
  • Legal Resources Plan
  • Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an Associate Level Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant and have a minimum of 2 years of relevant PTA experience. A Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) is also required.

  • associate degree
  • Supervision
  • Basic Life Support
  • Progress Documentation
  • Caregiver Education
  • Treatment Plan Development
  • Physical Therapy Treatment
  • Age-Appropriate Education
  • Routine Functions
  • Physical Therapy Assistant Duties

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Locations
Norfolk, Virginia; Granby, Colorado
Posted
May 11, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Sentara Health

Sentara Health, an integrated, not-for-profit health care delivery system, celebrates more than 135 years in pursuit of its mission - "we improve health every day." Sentara is one of the largest health systems in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic and Southeast, and among the top 20 largest...

Salary listed on 109 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Market context

Virginia PTA roles stay steady

In Virginia, Physical Therapist Assistant roles are typically supported by ongoing demand in hospitals, outpatient clinics, and rehab settings, where licensed PTAs help deliver treatment plans under supervision. Competition can be strongest for roles that offer flexible scheduling, strong team support, and patient mix variety. Review the facility’s caseload and licensure expectations closely, and note that the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time.

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