Physical Therapist Assistant

Chicopee Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Engagement Activities

Positive work environment

Excellent Training

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Job summary

Chicopee Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide therapy under a licensed Physical Therapist. You will support patient goals and implement plans to improve independence and function in a collaborative rehab setting.

Join a team that values patient-centered care, strong communication, and ongoing professional training. This role requires graduation from an accredited PTA program and state licensure eligibility, with a commitment to

Qualifications

• Must be graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program (APTA).
• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
• Requires good organizational and time management skills.
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs for each patient.
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families and caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy program under supervision.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Verbal and written communication

Education

Accredited PTA program graduate (APTA)

Job description

Chicopee Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a family of skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation centers. We are resident-centered and quality-focused! Our workplace culture is all about uplifting people. If you are looking for a healthcare organization where you can bring your best ""you"" to work, where you can make a difference, and where you can team-up with like-minded co-workers, then we are also looking for you. Join us!

We are currently seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).

While working here, you will enjoy:

• Employee Engagement Activities
• Positive work environment
• Excellent Training
• Competitive Pay and Benefits

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
• Must be licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice
• Requires good organizational and time management skills
• Requires good verbal and written communication skills