Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

HealthPro Heritage

$76K — $85K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program
  • Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
  • Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in using diagnostic tools and therapy equipment, as well as electronic health records systems

Responsibilities

  • Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists
  • Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications
  • Monitor and document patient progress, reporting observations to the Physical Therapist
  • Educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques
  • Accurately document patient treatments and responses in compliance with facility policies
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals and support staff for coordinated patient care

Benefits

  • Full time position in a supportive environment
  • Opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team
  • Focus on both patient care and professional development
  • Regular training and education opportunities to enhance skills
Full Job Description
Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a great Full Time Physical Therapist Assistant position in Duxbury, MA!

Compensation: $37-41 hourly depending on experience

Responsibilities
  • Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
  • Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
  • Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.
Qualifications
  • Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
  • Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
  • Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

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