**Overview** **Position:** Physical Therapist Assistant **Location:** NovaCare in Columbia, MD **Schedule:** Full time 40 hour work week treating two evenings until 7PM Our NovaCare Columbia Maryland outpatient orthopedic center is seeking alicensed physical therapist assistant (LPTA) to provide exceptional patient care to patients of all ages and abilities. Our highly trained and respected clinical team provides treatment services that maximize functionality and promote the best optimal outcomes for our patients. We take pride in creating an exceptional patient experience, helping all of our patients get back to athletics, work, life, and the things they love. This is NovaCare's Centre Park Drive (CPD) location and one of our **SPORTS CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE** giving you a higher volume of sports medicine patients within our OP center complete with 25 yard turf field. additional specialty services include sports, concussion, industrial (POETs and FCEs), vestibular, fall prevention and dry needling on top of general ortho. New graduate LPTAs WELCOME to apply, you must have your Maryland PTA license to begin. We have a large supportive clinical team able to offer mentorship for a recent graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program. **Benefits and Incentives** (for full-time 32hr.+): + Nationwide UNMATCHED continuing education program with CEU crediting courses, national certifications, study groups, journal clubs, and more. + Outlined mentorship program with continued pathways for professional development. + Company matching 401(k) + Generous Paid Time Off **with** Holidays **plus** Paid Sick Time + Multiple and affordable BC/BS PPO options + HSA available For additional details contact our regional recruiter Shanel and apply TODAY! Shanel Green Sr. Regional Recruiter- Outpatient Division NovaCare Rehabilitation 610-223-5944 Cell ssgreen@selectmedical.com \#ACN **Responsibilities** + Responsible for patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist as mandated by State Practice Act. + Possesses training and education which allows him/her to assist the Physical Therapist in carrying out prescribed treatment program. + Implements, with minimal supervision, high quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and facilities in accordance with the principals and practices of physical therapy and with Select Medical policies and procedures. + Maintains positive level of interaction with facilities and clients. Enhances and expands client relations with facilities and their staff. **Qualifications** + Must be a graduate from an approved curriculum for Physical Therapist Assistants, and having passed a national examination for Physical Therapist Assistants certified by the CAPTE. + State license and/or certification must be valid in the state in which the individual will practice. + Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification **Additional Data** _Select Medical is committed to having a workforce that reflects diversity at all levels and is an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment, and employees are treated during employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law._ Apply for this job (https://jobs-selectmedicalcorp.icims.com/jobs/308356/physical-therapist-assistant---op-ortho-and-sports/job?mode=apply&apply=yes&in\_iframe=1&hashed=1374627814) Share this job **Job ID** _308356_ **Location** _US-MD-Columbia_ **Experience (Years)** _0_ **Category** _Physical Therapist Assistant_ **_Street Address_** _8885 Centre Park Drive_ **_Company_** _NovaCare Rehabilitation_ **Position Type** _Full Time_