Bon Secours Health System·Norfolk, Virginia
The Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions and implements treatment programs for a variety of patient populations. They are responsible for documenting patient progress in electronic health records and providing education to patients and their families.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America)
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Physical Therapy Assistant – In Motion Physical Therapy — Boo Williams
The Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using their educational skills and knowledge.
Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient electronic health record.
Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education.
This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations.
Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.
Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress.
Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
Precepts in the direction and evaluation of Assistant clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording.
Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Physical Therapist.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
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$41.57
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
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It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com].
Candidates must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice and possess BLS certification. No minimum years of experience or specific degree are listed, though clinical competency in age-specific standards is required.
Market context
Physical Therapy Assistant roles in Virginia are typically steady in outpatient and rehabilitation settings, and employers often screen first for active state PTA licensure and BLS certification. This role is competitive because the listed requirements are focused on clinical readiness and age-specific competency rather than years of experience, while the benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and paid time off. Before applying, confirm your Virginia license and BLS status, and use the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit with the original posting.
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