Inpatient PT Assistant - Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health, Inc.; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 41,603 - 55,999; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Per diem Physical Therapy Assistant for inpatient acute-care at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. The role supports a fast-paced trauma and surgical unit, working under a licensed PT and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to restore function and reduce pain.

The position requires an Associates degree in PTA and an active MA PTA license, with a minimum of one year healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• MA Physical Therapy Assistant license (active).
• Proficient in PT theory and practice; able to document and educate patients.

Responsibilities

• Implement rehabilitative programs under the supervision of a licensed PTA.
• Document daily therapy notes in medical records.
• Educate patients and families for discharge planning.

Skills

PTA theory

Critical thinking

Communication

Observation skills

Patient education

Education

Associate degree PTA

MA PTA license

Tools

PC literacy

EMR systems

Scheduling software

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Per diem Physical Therapy Assistant for inpatient acute-care at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. The role supports a fast-paced trauma and surgical unit, working under a licensed PT and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to restore function and reduce pain.

The position requires an Associates degree in PTA and an active MA PTA license, with a minimum of one year healthcare experience.