Physical Therapist Level II
Company: Portera Rehabilitation
Location: Lanham
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Physical Therapist Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced Physical Therapist to join our
patient rehabilitation team and provide therapy and rehabilitations
services to patients in our physical therapy facility. The ideal
candidate is a compassionate healer who is passionate about their
patients and committed to helping them recover their independence
and mobility. We’re looking for someone with experience working
with a wide range of patient injuries and age groups, who is always
ready to learn new techniques to further patient care. The person
hired for the Physical Therapist position would partner with new
and ongoing patients in our facility to create a Plan of Treatment
consisting of the appropriate exercises, procedures and techniques
required to promote effective, safe recovery. They will be
responsible for coordinating with any healthcare professionals that
are working with their patients and referring patients to
specialists when appropriate. The right candidate is a patient,
compassionate professional who encourages and inspires their
patients to work toward greater independence and recovery.
Responsibilities for Physical Therapist · Perform initial and
ongoing physical therapy evaluations according to APTA standards of
practice as well as state standards. · Develop Plan of Treatment
for each patient based on initial and ongoing evaluations including
short and long-term goals, collaboration demands of other staff
members, and required patient and caregiver involvement. ·
Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust
this schedule and plan according to patient progress. · Document
patient progress according to approved medical documentation and
facility documentation procedures. · Evaluate mobility, strength
and current level of patient function, while setting goals to
improve in these areas that are scaled to patient abilities and
realistically attainable. · Report patient progress to patient,
patient caregivers and loved ones, facility staff and healthcare
professionals involved in ongoing treatment/care of patients. ·
Develop a plan for patients following completion of their Plan of
Treatment with appropriate in-home care services, if necessary. ·
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending
educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, etc. ·
Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and
create a clean, orderly and effective environment for
rehabilitation and physical therapy. Qualifications for Physical
Therapist · Proven record of matching patient needs to treatment
plans and proven record of implementing these plans safely and
effectively. · Strong experience administering a wide range of
physical therapy techniques not limited to: giving massages;
applying physical agents; initiating traction; utilizing
hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, ultraviolet / infrared
lamps, and ultrasound machines. · Experience assisting and
directing treatments given by aides, technicians, and assistants. ·
Knowledge of responsible use of facility equipment, best practices
for equipment use and preventative maintenance procedures. ·
Experience with recommending assistive equipment to patients and
outpatient or home health follow-up programs. · Experience with a
wide range of patient age groups and injuries. · Knowledge of
Occupational Therapy and an understanding of when these techniques
can benefit patients. · A strong sense of empathy, a compassionate
outlook on physical therapy and the ability to motivate patients
into pushing their limits in a responsible, safe way. Requirements
· Two (2) years of experience providing physical therapy to
patients in a fully equipped PT facility · Bachelor’s, Master’s
Degree or Doctorate in Physical Therapy from a physical therapy
program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association ·
Current Physical Therapy License for State of Maryland. · Current
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (with AED) required.
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