Physical Therapist Assistant PTA PRN

Vibra Healthcare; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work in a specialized critical care hospital, providing essential services to patients recovering from serious conditions. You'll assist Physical Therapists in delivering high-quality care, ensuring effective treatment and documentation. If you're passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team where your contributions truly matter and grow your career in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Valid license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• BLS certification from an approved vendor needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in providing Physical Therapy services.
• Responsible for treatment planning, implementation, and documentation.

Skills

Physical Therapy

BLS Certification

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Decision Making

Education

License to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

COME BUILD YOUR CAREER WITH VIBRA HEALTHCARE!

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team!

Hospital Details

Vibra Hospital of Southeastern Massachusetts, located in New Bedford, MA, is a 90 bed Critical Care Hospital, providing acute care services to patients recovering from serious illnesses or injuries. Often our patients require additional critical care services for medically complex conditions such as trauma, infectious diseases, wound healing, cardiovascular disease, stroke, amputation and ventilator weaning. As a smaller, specialized hospital, we offer an opportunity to work in a fast-paced and friendly work environment where you really get to know your patients and their families.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting the Physical Therapist in the provision of Physical Therapy services to patients, including treatment, program planning and implementation, related documentation, and communication. Functions under a Physical Therapist and per physician orders.

Required Skills:

• Current, valid, and active license to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of employment required.
• Current BLS certification from a Vibra-approved vendor required.

Additional Qualifications/Skills:

• One (1) year of experience preferred. Previous Hospital experience preferred.
• Ability to project a professional image.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, prioritizing and analytical skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances