Physical Therapy Technician Jobs in Virginia
Physical Therapy Technician jobs in Virginia represent one of the more active markets in the Mid-Atlantic region, with demand concentrated in outpatient orthopedic clinics, hospital-based rehabilitation units, and long-term care facilities serving the state's large military and veteran population. The heaviest hiring is in and around Northern Virginia, Richmond, and Virginia Beach, where systems like Inova Health System, VCU Health, and Sentara Healthcare maintain a consistent need for technicians at every level from entry-level aides to experienced senior techs. The most sought-after specialties include orthopedic rehab, sports medicine, and neurological rehabilitation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Position Summary:
The Rehabilitation Aide (equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions) will assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. They will greet patients as they arrive to the clinic and work alongside the physical therapists as well as the physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. These duties will be conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements.
Benefits offered with this part-time position:
- Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
- Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
- Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
- KinderCare Discount
- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Bereavement Time Off & Resources (part-time and full-time employees)
- Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.
- Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments to put on and remove supportive devices, assists physical therapists during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatment
- Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff
- Provides routine treatments, such as hot/cold packs, and other modalities such as Ultrasounds, Electrical stimulation, etc
- Cleans work area and equipment after treatment
- Washes linens/towels, folds and maintains linen cabinets
- Maintaining restrooms and other areas such as windows as needed. Restocks with paper towels, tissue paper, soap and supplies
- Assists patient experience coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments and filing paper work and charts
- Assist patient experience coordinator with keeping track of both non-medical and medical supplies for the clinic and may order inventory
- Work Experience: Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred
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Knowledge and Technical Skills:
- Strong communication and presentation skills-written and verbal
- Ability to clearly document all projects and manage production
- Attention to detail and time management skills are required
- Patient/Client Satisfaction: Providing care/service that exceeds expectations
- Energetic and a team player
- Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients
- Complete tasks thoroughly
- Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred
- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
- Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
- Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
- Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
- Internal office
- The noise level in the work environment is usually low
Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.
Position Summary:
The Rehabilitation Aide (equivalent to rehabilitation technician and physical therapy aide positions) will assist the Patient Experience Coordinator and clinicians by performing requested administrative and clinical duties. They will greet patients as they arrive to the clinic and work alongside the physical therapists as well as the physical therapist assistants during patient treatment. These duties will be conducted in compliance with state practice act requirements.
Benefits offered with this part-time position:
- Bi-annual pay increase opportunity
- Commuter: Pre-Tax Transit & Parking
- Retirement 401(k) (for 21+) w/ Per-Pay Company Match
- SoFi Financial Wellness Tools & Loan Resources
- HUSK Fitness Resources & Gym Discounts
- KinderCare Discount
- Home, Auto, and Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
- Bereavement Time Off & Resources (part-time and full-time employees)
- Learn more by checking out our 2026 Athletico's Benefits Summary.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The below is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by your changing role within the organization and the overall business objectives of the organization.
- Prepares patients for physical therapy treatments to put on and remove supportive devices, assists physical therapists during administration of treatments, and provides routine treatment
- Safeguards, motivates, and assists patients practicing exercises and functional activities under the direction of professional staff
- Provides routine treatments, such as hot/cold packs, and other modalities such as Ultrasounds, Electrical stimulation, etc
- Cleans work area and equipment after treatment
- Washes linens/towels, folds and maintains linen cabinets
- Maintaining restrooms and other areas such as windows as needed. Restocks with paper towels, tissue paper, soap and supplies
- Assists patient experience coordinator with answering phones, scheduling appointments and filing paper work and charts
- Assist patient experience coordinator with keeping track of both non-medical and medical supplies for the clinic and may order inventory
- Work Experience: Previous Clinical Aide or Rehab Tech experience preferred
-
Knowledge and Technical Skills:
- Strong communication and presentation skills-written and verbal
- Ability to clearly document all projects and manage production
- Attention to detail and time management skills are required
- Patient/Client Satisfaction: Providing care/service that exceeds expectations
- Energetic and a team player
- Able to demonstrate compassion toward patients
- Complete tasks thoroughly
- Basic knowledge of office equipment preferred
- Ability to read, write and speak English proficiently
- Specific vision requirements include the ability to see at close range, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear
- Possess the ability to fulfill any office activities normally expected in an office setting, to include, but not limited to: remaining seated for periods of time to perform computer based work, participating in filing activity, lifting and carrying office supplies (paper reams, mail, etc.)
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel, and reach with hand and arms
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 20-25 pounds
- Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding)
- Internal office
- The noise level in the work environment is usually low
Salaried ranges listed are for full time (40 hour) employees. Additional pay such as incentive, GAP, overtime, and stipends are subject to the rules of each program and may not be available in all locations. Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.
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Physical Therapy Technician Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Pivot Physical Therapy25
- Bon Secours14
- Riverside Health5
- Powerback Rehabilitation5
- Enhabit Home Health & Hospice5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy technician jobs across Virginia.
- High school diploma or GED required by most Virginia physical therapy practices
- Completion of a physical therapy technician or aide training program preferred
- CPR and Basic Life Support certification required before starting patient-facing work
- Experience assisting licensed physical therapists with therapeutic exercises and modalities
- Ability to lift and transfer patients safely following established clinical protocols
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with physical therapists and patients daily
Physical Therapy Technician Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapy technician in Virginia?
Virginia does not issue a separate state license for physical therapy technicians, so there is no state board exam required to work in this role. Most Virginia employers hire candidates who have completed a post-secondary training program in physical therapy assisting or a related health science field. Earning a nationally recognized credential such as the APTA-affiliated aide certification strengthens your application. Many large Virginia hospital systems and outpatient clinics provide on-the-job training for candidates who meet their minimum education requirements.
Which companies hire physical therapy technicians in Virginia?
Companies currently hiring physical therapy technicians in Virginia include Pivot Physical Therapy, Bon Secours, and Riverside Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Virginia's concentration of military medical facilities, large regional health systems, and growing outpatient orthopedic networks makes it one of the more consistent states for technician-level physical therapy hiring year-round.
Which Virginia cities have the most physical therapy technician jobs?
Chesapeake, Virginia Beach, and Richmond lead Virginia for physical therapy technician openings. Northern Virginia's density of large hospital systems and outpatient clinics tied to the greater Washington metropolitan area drives the highest volume, while Richmond's concentration of academic medical centers and specialty rehab practices and Virginia Beach's military medical infrastructure and growing senior population account for strong demand in those markets.
Are there remote physical therapy technician jobs in Virginia?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy technician work is inherently hands-on and requires direct patient contact in clinical settings, so remote opportunities are limited almost entirely to administrative or scheduling support roles within PT practices. About 3% of physical therapy technician openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve front-desk coordination or patient intake rather than clinical duties.
How can I get hired as a physical therapy technician in Virginia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to aide or technician trainee openings at Virginia's larger outpatient orthopedic groups and hospital rehabilitation departments, which regularly hire candidates without prior clinical experience. Inova Health System and Sentara Healthcare both post entry-level rehab aide roles that include structured on-the-job orientation. Lateral moves from roles like medical assistant, certified nursing aide, or fitness trainer are common and viewed favorably by Virginia hiring managers. Completing a CPR certification and a short PT aide training course before applying gives your application a concrete edge.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy technician jobs in Virginia?
You can find and apply to physical therapy technician jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from Virginia employers. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and clinical setting, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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