Physical Therapy Assistant - Part Time

Vetted Solutions; Yalesville (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Vetted Solutions seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education under a supervising Physical Therapist.

In this role, you will work with patients in diverse settings, delivering plan-directed therapy, monitoring progress, and communicating with the care team. Weekend rotations are required, with benefits including health coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Current license, registration, or certification to practice physical therapy assistance in the state.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Availability for weekend rotations.
• Preferred: CPR certification and ability to perform physical tasks like lifting and mobility assistance.

Responsibilities

• Perform therapy procedures within legal and training boundaries, and recommend plan adjustments to the supervising PT.
• Instruct patients in exercises, gait, ADLs, transfers, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Monitor, document, and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques within scope.
• Adapt to diverse home environments, regardless of patient background.

Skills

PTA License

Reliable transportation

Weekend availability

CPR preferred

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Job description

Role Overview

The Physical Therapist Assistant provides treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education to enhance patient well-being, following a plan of care established by a supervising Physical Therapist.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform therapy procedures within legal and training boundaries, and recommend plan adjustments to the supervising PT.
• Instruct patients in exercises, gait, ADLs, transfers, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Monitor, document, and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques within scope.
• Adapt to diverse home environments, regardless of patient background.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current license, registration, or certification to practice physical therapy assistance in the state.
• Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Availability for weekend rotations.
• Preferred: CPR certification and ability to perform physical tasks like lifting and mobility assistance.

Compensation & Environment

Offers a comprehensive pay structure based on visits and hourly rates, along with benefits such as health coverage, recognition programs, and retirement plans. The environment emphasizes growth, meaningful connections, and a culture of caring, connecting, and developing professionally.