Physical Therapy Assistant - VNA / Homecare

Southcoast Health; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 40,749 - 56,206; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Earned Time Off Package

Employee Wellbeing Program

Tuition assistance

403B Retirement Plan with company match

Job summary

Southcoast Health is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant located in Fairhaven, MA. This full-time position requires an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy and two years of related experience, with home care experience preferred. Responsibilities include assisting patients to relieve pain and restore motor function. Competitive pay ranges between $29.58 and $40.80 per hour, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including 403B retirement plans and tuition assistance. The team values diversity and equality in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs preferred.
• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Board of Registration in Medicine of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Work with patients to prevent disability, relieve pain, and develop or restore motor function.
• Maintain maximum physical, emotional, social and mental performance within the person’s capabilities.

Skills

Effective interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven. Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission – it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant

Hours: 40 hrs
Shift: Day shift with weekend and holiday rotation; 8:00am - 4:30pm
Location: VNA Rehab – Fairhaven, MA; This position is to cover a variety of towns starting in Dighton, Berkley & Taunton/Raynham area
Travel: Driving on average 3 or more times per week required

A Career At Southcoast Health Offers You

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
• Generous Earned Time Off Package
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
• Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager and the Registered Physical Therapist, work with patients to prevent disability, relieve pain, develop, improve or restore motor function and maintain maximum physical, emotional, social and mental performance within the person’s capabilities.

Qualifications

• An Associate Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
• Two (2) years of related experience required. Home care experience preferred.
• Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs preferred.
• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Board of Registration in Medicine of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment.
• CPR certification is required.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.
• Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Pay Range
USD $29.58 - USD $40.80 /Hr.