Physical Therapy Assistant — Community Care & Growth

Southcoast Health System, Inc.; Fairhaven (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay/benefits

Earned time off

Wellbeing program

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Leadership training

Job summary

Southcoast Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant-VNA for our coastal care team. Working under the Clinical Manager and a Registered Physical Therapist, you will help patients in the Fairhaven, Acushnet, and New Bedford area to prevent disability, relieve pain, and restore motor function.

This full-time, day-shift role includes weekend rotation, about 3+ weekly drive travel, competitive pay, and a generous benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy required.
• Two years related experience required.
• Massachusetts licensure as Physical Therapist Assistant; Rhode Island may be required by geographic area.
• CPR certification required.
• Vaccination against influenza and COVID-19 or approved exemption.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist to prevent disability and relieve pain.
• Develop, improve or restore motor function in patients.
• Maintain overall well-being and function within patient capabilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Southcoast Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant-VNA for our coastal care team. Working under the Clinical Manager and a Registered Physical Therapist, you will help patients in the Fairhaven, Acushnet, and New Bedford area to prevent disability, relieve pain, and restore motor function.

This full-time, day-shift role includes weekend rotation, about 3+ weekly drive travel, competitive pay, and a generous benefits package.