Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - VNA / Homecare

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive benefits

Earned Time Off

Tuition assistance / Loan forgiveness

Job summary

Southcoast Health is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in the Fall River area. The role covers a variety of towns including Fall River, Dighton, Berkley, Taunton/Raynham with a 40-hour work week and a day shift (8:00am - 4:30pm) with weekend and holiday rotation.

You will work under the Clinical Manager and a Registered Physical Therapist to help patients prevent disability, relieve pain, and restore motor function, while supporting overall well-being and

Qualifications

• Requires an Associate Degree in Physical Therapy.
• Two years of related experience preferred; home care experience also noted.
• Must have strong interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills including electronic records/EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of the Clinical Manager and a Registered Physical Therapist, work with patients to prevent disability and relieve pain.
• Develop, improve or restore motor function while maintaining overall functional performance.
• Deliver care within the patient’s capabilities across physical, emotional and social domains.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Two years related experience

Tools

Electronic records systems

EMR software

Job description

Overview

Community Focused. Care Driven.

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it’s our way of life, and you’ll be at the heart of it.

Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeast Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world‑class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.

Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!

We are searching for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant

Hours: 40hrs

Shift:Day shift with weekend and holiday rotation; 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location: VNA Rehab – Fairhaven, MA; This position is to cover a variety of towns starting in Fall River, Dighton, Berkley & Taunton/Raynham area

Travel: Driving on average 3 or more times per week required

A career at Southcoast Health offers you:

• A culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**

• Employee Wellbeing Program

• 403B Retirement Plan with company match

• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs

• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Clinical Manager and the Registered Physical Therapist, work with patients to prevent disability, relieve pain, develop, improve or restore motor function and maintain maximum physical, emotional, social and mental performance within the person’s capabilities.

Qualifications

• An Associates Degree in Physical Therapy is required.

• Two (2) years of related experience required. Home care experience preferred.

• Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.

• Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs preferred.

• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Board of Registration in Medicine of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment.

• CPR certification is required.

• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

• Compensation: Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience.

Pay Range

USD $29.58 - USD $40.80 /Hr.