Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

BrightSpring Health Services; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services’ Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation program seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapy services under a licensed PT. The role emphasizes real-world community-based care, collaboration with therapists, and hands-on patient progress.

Responsibilities include documenting treatment, coordinating equipment, and maintaining standards while building patient independence in daily activities. PRN schedule offers flexible life-work balance.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted PTA license in the practicing state.
• Current Life Support or CPR certification as per state regulations.
• Minimum 1 year of PTA experience.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques for neurological injuries.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist per patient Plan of Treatment.
• Regularly consult with the Physical Therapist about patient progress and plan.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of equipment and treatment areas.
• Report equipment problems to ensure safe operation.
• Communicate patient needs and progress to the Physical Therapist and assist in obtaining adaptive equipment.
• Maintain patient treatment and billing documentation per regulations.
• Adhere to company standards and applicable laws.
• Attend staff development sessions and pursue continuing education as required.

Skills

Effective communication

Professionalism

Organization skills

Education

PTA license (state)

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

Job Details

• Locations: US-MA-WALTHAM | US-MA-BURLINGTON
• Line of Business: Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation
• Position Type: PRN
• Pay Min: USD $40.00/Hr.
• Pay Max: USD $45.00/Hr.

Overview

Physical Therapist Assistant - Neuro Rehab

Build-Your-Own Schedule | Compensation That Honors Your Calling | Care That Changes Lives Where Life Happens

We don't just visit homes - we bring therapy into the real world and treat in the community setting. Ordering a coffee, enjoying a meal out, returning to work - our clinicians meet patients where life happens, helping them rebuild confidence, independence, and meaningful skills. Real therapy. Real progress. Real life.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical therapy services planned, delegated and supervised by the qualified Physical Therapist in accordance with the patient's Plan of Treatment
• Confers with Physical Therapist regularly regarding patient's plan of treatment, status of progress toward goals, questions and concerns
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment, treatment and department areas
• Reports any problems with department equipment to the appropriate personnel to ensure that it is maintained in good working order
• Communicates patient's needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assists in securing special adaptive equipment for patient to improve function. Incorporates the use of adaptive equipment to enhance the rehabilitation program
• Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations
• Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Conduct, policies, Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act, Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws
• Attends, participates in and/or conducts internal staff development programs and meetings; obtains continuing education as required by company policy and regulations; maintains and enhances clinical practice skills

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state in which practicing
• Current Basic Life Support or cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification, in accordance state regulations
• A minimum of one year's work experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant preferred
• Demonstrates knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to complex neurological injury
• Communicates effectively and professionally in verbal and written interactions
• Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail

About our Line of Business

Rehab Without Walls, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is a revolutionary neurorehabilitation program that moves individuals outside the walls of institutional settings and into their natural home and community environment through a continuum of care. It is designed to significantly help people who have primarily experienced a brain injury, spinal cord injury, or stroke/CVA through accident or illness regain functional capabilities. By providing care in the home, community, workplace, or school, Rehab Without Walls promotes greater health through the recovery process, all with industry-leading outcomes that dramatically improve functional skills and independence for patients. For more information, please visit www.rehabwithoutwalls.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.

Salary Range

USD $40.00 - $45.00 / Hour