Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Bayonne (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Clinical growth opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support seniors in skilled nursing and long‑term care settings. You will implement personalized treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, aiming to improve mobility, strength, balance, and pain management.

Responsibilities include therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, documenting progress, and educating families and caregivers while collaborating with an interdisciplinary

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Ability to work effectively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Focus on improving mobility, strength, balance, and pain management.
• Perform therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, and document patient progress.
• Educate patients' families and caregivers.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Skills

Compassionate

Patient-centered

Strong communication

Team player

Job description

Role: Physical Therapist Assistant in a healthcare setting serving seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Focus on improving mobility, strength, balance, and pain management.
• Perform therapeutic exercises, gait and transfer training, and document patient progress.
• Educate patients' families and caregivers.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.

Qualifications & Skills

Compassionate, patient-centered approach, strong communication skills, and ability to work effectively within a team.

Key Attributes

Supportive environment with mentorship, opportunities for clinical growth, and advancement within the healthcare field.