Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Powerback Rehabilitation; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 61,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Paid time off

Clinical mentorship

Free CEUs

Visa sponsorship

Relocation assistance

PowerZone rewards

Job summary

Powerback Rehabilitation is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide mobile outpatient rehabilitation across Lowell, Chelmsford, and Tewksbury, MA. This role supports community-based patients in a flexible schedule from part-time to full-time, with duties under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

The position emphasizes hands-on patient care, documentation, and collaboration with the rehab team to deliver high-quality services in homes and clinics.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid license in the state of practice.
• Must have a valid driver’s license or reliable transportation to patient residences.

Responsibilities

• Attends and contributes to patient care and treatment planning under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Adheres to department schedules and completes clinical and billing documentation.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation team to implement patient-specific programs.
• Instructs patients and caregivers in the physical therapy techniques under supervision.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation for all patients treated.

Job description

Overview

Physical Therapist Assistant

Lowell, Chelmsford, Tewksbury

Massachusetts

Part time 20-29 to full time 30-40

Mobile Outpatient Therapy

Community based patients

At Powerback, we're on a mission to improve lives. As the leader in physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies, we help older adults stay active and thrive.

With over four decades of trusted service, our reach spans skilled nursing centers, assisted and independent living facilities, outpatient clinics, and home-based care. We're proud to deliver personalized care exactly where and when it's needed most.

Join an industry-leading team that restores hope and makes a lasting impact. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference and want to be part of the future of rehabilitation and wellness, Powerback is the place for you.

Why Powerback?

• Benefits:We offer Medical, Dental, and Vision plans to Full-Time team members. We offer Dental and Vision to Part-Time team members.
• Paid Time Off: We offer generous paid time off to Full-Time and Part-Time team members.
• Support for New Grads:Our Powerback Clinical Mentorship Program kicks off on day one, helping you learn from the best in the field.
• Continuing Education:Keep growing with free CEUs through Medbridge.
• H-1B Visa & Relocation Assistance:We support Visa or Green Card sponsorships, plus our Journey Travel Program lets you work across the U.S. with the security of a full-time role.
• Perks at Powerback:Enjoy exclusive discounts on Wireless/TV, Home/Auto/Renters and Pet Insurance, Childcare, Eldercare, and more. Earn rewards through our PowerZone Employee Recognition Program, and expand your expertise with our Clinicians in Action professional development program.

Responsibilities

1. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist.
2. Responsible for adherence to department and patient treatment schedule, timely clinical and billing documentation requirements as well as work related meetings.
3. Works with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient.
4. Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
5. Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
6. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
7. Cleans, maintains, identifies, and reports the need for repair of equipment, as necessary.
8. Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights.
9. Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
10. Provides individualized physical therapy treatments including but not limited to:
    • Therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training
    • Functional training
    • Manual therapy
    • Airway clearance techniques
    • Integumentary repair and protection
    • Use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities
    • Health and Wellness
    • Falls Risk Interventions
    • Chronic Disease Management Education

Qualifications

1. Must have a valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
2. Must have a valid driver's license or reliable, independent transportation to and from the patients' residence.

Posted Salary Range: USD $35.00 - USD $44.00 /Hr.