Physical Therapy Assistant

Sturdy Health; Attleboro (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sturdy Health in Attleboro, MA is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our outpatient orthopedic clinic. You will work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to help patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and musculoskeletal conditions, returning them to valued activities.

Responsibilities include implementing individualized treatment plans, documenting progress, and collaborating with therapists, physicians, and surgeons to deliver evidence-based

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Massachusetts PTA license required or eligible.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Team-oriented approach with patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled treatment under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
• Treat a variety of orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions.
• Treat patients in our aquatic therapy program.
• Carry out individualized treatment plans focused on strength, mobility, function, and return to activity.
• Educate and motivate patients throughout their rehabilitations.
• Collaborate closely with physical therapists, physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare team members.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Computer literacy

Job description

We're looking for a compassionate, motivated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our outpatient orthopedic clinic. If you're passionate about helping patients recover from injuries, surgeries, and orthopedic conditions while working alongside an experienced team of therapists and our orthopedic surgeons. Our clinic focuses on providing high-quality, evidence-based, patient-centered care to help individuals return to the activities they love.

What you''ll do:

• Provide skilled treatment under the direction of a licensed physical therapist


• Treat a variety of orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions


• Treat patients in our aquatic therapy program


• Carry out individualized treatment plans focused on strength, mobility, function, and return to activity


• Educate and motivate patients throughout their rehabilitations


• Collaborate closely with physical therapists, physicians, surgeons, and other healthcare team members


• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation

What we're looking for:

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program


• Current Massachusetts PTA license


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills


• A team-oriented approach and commitment to excellent patient care


• Outpatient orthopedic experience is preferred, but we welcome candidates who are eager to learn and grow!

Educational Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Associates Degree program

License/Certification:

• MA License


• CPR

Required Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

• New clinicians considered


• Follows practice guidelines


• Able to interpret patient status and adapt treatment plan accordingly; communicate patient issues directly with treating therapist


• Able to use a computer


• Able to prioritize work tasks


• Able to treat wide variety of diagnoses


• Able to communicate with interdisciplinary care team members

Preferred Skills/Qualifications/Training/Experience:

• Prior hospital setting

Age Specific Criteria: Ability to effectively communicate to all age levels served within the scope of the position/assigned areas.

Ability to Meet Job Performance Expectations: Must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of themselves or other individuals in the workplace, with or without a reasonable accommodation.