Physical Therapist Assistant – Day Shift

At FutureCare, our Physical Therapist Assistants implement treatment plans to help our residents manage pain, restore movement, and improve muscle function while educating our residents and their families on continued care. This is a highly physical hands-on role that requires empathy and strong communication with residents. Proud to be the only healthcare company in Baltimore to be named a “Top Workplace” for 14 years in a row and recognized in US Newsweek as “Best Nursing Homes”, FutureCare stands out as a leader in managing health care across a continuum of care.

Required Education & Experience
Graduate of an approved Physical Therapist Assistant program
Current license or eligible for license under statutes in the State of Maryland
Training or experience in long-term or sub-acute setting
Prefer active membership in the state and national American Physical Therapy Association
Ability to understand and follow the directions of the Physical Therapist and facility policies/procedures

Key Responsibilities & Duties
Provide patient care during physical therapy sessions per practice policies and procedures.
Provide physical therapy treatments to residents according to evaluations and treatment plans developed by the licensed Physical Therapist.
Exercise sound judgment and provide effective and efficient care in the performance of duties.
Observe, record, and report changes in conditions, reactions, and responses to the Physical Therapist as assigned.
Track the need for reassessment and report status changes that indicate the need for reassessment or referral.
Maintain daily records of treatments and document progress notes on residents as directed by the therapist.
Discontinue immediately any treatment procedure that appears harmful to the resident/patient and notify appropriate staff.
Ensure appropriate review of care rendered is performed by the licensed Physical Therapist according to practice regulations.