Physical Therapy Assistant: Collaborative Rehab Champion

South Shore Health; Rockland (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health in Rockland, MA, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapeutic services under the supervision of a licensed PT. You will deliver treatments, educate patients, and support documentation and billing within department guidelines.

The role requires an Associate degree in PTA, MA licensure, and BLS certification. The position operates Monday through Friday, with a day shift and a collaborative rehab team environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from accredited physical therapy assistant school.
• One year clinical experience preferred; rehabilitation experience desirable.
• Maintain active Physical Therapy Assistant license to practice in Massachusetts.
• BLS - Basic Life Support.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic services under supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
• Deliver treatments per department standards and insurance parameters.
• Implement patient care using evidence-based practice.
• Supervise other staff as required (rehab aides/volunteers).
• Maintain infection control and patient safety throughout care.
• Document and bill care accurately; ensure timely charge entry.
• Provide patient education and home exercise programs.

Skills

Patient Care

Documentation

Charge Entry

Infection Control

Team Supervision

Communication

Professional Development

Critical Thinking

Evidence-Based Practice

Education

Associates degree

Job description

South Shore Health in Rockland, MA, seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide therapeutic services under the supervision of a licensed PT. You will deliver treatments, educate patients, and support documentation and billing within department guidelines.

The role requires an Associate degree in PTA, MA licensure, and BLS certification. The position operates Monday through Friday, with a day shift and a collaborative rehab team environment.