Physical Therapist Assistant / PTA

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

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for neuro rehabilitation with a focus on home and community-based care in Massachusetts. The role involves implementing treatment plans under a PT, coordinating with the supervising therapist, and supporting patients in real-life environments.

The candidate should hold an unrestricted PTA license, BLS, and ideally one year of PTA experience, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Current unrestricted license as a Physical Therapist Assistant by state.
• BLS certification as required by state regulations.
• Minimum one year of PTA experience preferred.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques related to neuro injuries.
• Effective communication and professional verbal and written skills.
• Strong organization and attention to detail.

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 and progress.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of equipment and department areas.
• Reports problems with department equipment to ensure proper maintenance.
• Communicates patient needs and progress to the Physical Therapist of record and assists in securing adaptive equipment.
• Maintains and submits patient treatment and billing documentation in required formats and timelines.
• Adheres to company policies, HIPAA, and professional standards.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant license

BLS certification

Job description

Our Company

Rehab Without Walls Neuro Rehabilitation

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