Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA - Home Visits

bayada; Somerville (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

PPE & safety protocols

Training scholarships

Career development tracks

Recognition for compassion and service

Job summary

BAYADA Home Health Care in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to perform home health visits for adult and geriatric patients. As a PTA you will provide treatment, tests, client education and interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist, ensuring safe, effective care in patients' homes.

Requirements include MA licensure and completion of a two-year PTA program approved by the APTA, or equivalent experience under supervision.

Qualifications

• MA licensure or certification required for PTA practice.
• Two-year PTA program approved by the APTA is required.
• Alternative qualification: one year PTA experience with proficiency exam (pre-1977).
• At least one year of work under supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provide treatment, tests, client education and appropriate interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.

Skills

Home health care

PTA support

Education

Licensed PTA in MA

Two-year PTA program approved by APTA

Experience with proficiency exam (pre-1977 option)

Job description

BAYADA Home Health Care is currently seeking an experienced Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA, for an opportunity performing home health visits. This office works with adult and geriatric patients on a per visit basis.

Responsibilities and Requirements

• As a home care Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) you will assist clients in attaining or maintaining optimal physical well being by providing treatment, tests, client education and appropriate interventions as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Have current licensure or certification in the state of MA.
• Have graduated from a two-year college level program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association, as indicated by school transcript or diploma, or
• Have one year of appropriate experience as an Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and a satisfactory grade on a proficiency exam conducted, approved or sponsored by the U.S. Public Health Service when initial qualification occurred before December 31, 1977
• Have at least one year's work experience under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist.
• Other activities, as requested.

Additional Information

$45-55 per point, based on qualifications.

Benefits

• Enjoy being part of a team that cares and a company that believes in leading with our values
• Feel confident, safe, and supported with PPE supplies, comprehensive infection prevention protocol.
• Develop your skills with training and scholarship opportunities
• Advance your career with specially designed career tracks
• Be recognized and rewarded for your compassion, excellence, and reliability
• Mileage reimbursement

BAYADA is celebrating 50 years of compassion, excellence, and reliability.

BAYADA Home Health Care, Inc., and its associated entities and joint venture partners, are Equal Opportunity Employers. All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, military status, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.