Physical therapy Assistant

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General Summary

The Patient Care Specialist may have various levels of education as appropriate for their discipline. Under limited supervision, they perform a specialized high level of function including focused measurements specific to their discipline, which address the needs of the patient/resident. The Patient Care Specialist provides supportive services to the Care Team as required and appropriate.

The Physical Therapist Assistant will carry out physical therapy treatment plans for inpatients/residents and outpatients as directed by the Physical Therapist based on current principles and standards of practice, which may include assisting the Physical Therapist in the performance of selected assessment procedures such as ROM, girth, or wound measurements. The Physical Therapist Assistant will function as a multidisciplinary team member with other rehabilitation staff members and in interactions with other health care providers. Patients/residents served include all age groups (Infant through Adult-Geriatric), but primarily Adult-Geriatric.

Mission

The mission of Baltimore Washington Medical Center is to provide the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to the PT-Patient Care Clinician for specific patient/resident related duties. Overall supervision from the Director of Rehabilitation Services or designee.

• AA in Physical Therapy, or its equivalent required.
• Possesses current Maryland State license, or is eligible.
• Previous experience in an acute care setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Windows or successful completion of a hospital training program required. Weekend Staff/Float Pool 1 year of acute care experience is required.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation

• Pay Range: $27.44- $38.41
• Other Compensation (if applicable):
• Review the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide

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