Why work at TidalHealth?

Join a triple 'A' rated team where clinical excellence meets a coastal lifestyle. At TidalHealth, you’ll be part of an award-winning network spanning Maryland and Delaware, recognized by the Leapfrog Hospital Safety Guide for our unwavering commitment to patient care. Whether your expertise lies in specialized clinical fields like neurosurgery, academic mentorship through our graduate medical programs, or the critical professional and support roles that keep our network thriving, we provide the tools and tuition assistance you need to excel.

Physical Therapist Assistant Position Summary

Under the direction of the Staff Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is responsible for the provision of physical therapy treatment programs as planned by the Physical Therapist.

Physical Therapist Assistant Position Requirements

• Education High school or four-year technical school plus up to two years training in a specialty OR two years of college or comparable education.
• State licensure in MD or DE depending on facility hired for.
• Licensure requires 20 continuing education contact hours or 2.0 CEU's per 2 years.
• BLS CPR certification through American Heart Association.

Experience

• Previous experience preferred.

Physical Therapist Assistant Benefits

Benefits: We provide a robust benefits suite for our eligible team members (36+ hours for 12-hour shifts; 37.5+ hours for standard shifts): 

• Health: Medical (including HSA), Dental, Vision, & Prescription 
• Wealth: Matching 403(b), Healthcare FSAs, & Dependent Care FSAs 
• Growth: $5,000 Tuition Assistance & Certification support 
• Balance: Generous PTO and Holidays, Onsite Child Care, Pet Insurance 
• Income Protection & Leave: Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability, Paid Leave Program, & Long-Term Disability (LTD for FT)
• Life & Security: Employer-paid Life and additional voluntary benefits such as Accident, Critical Care, additional Life, and more