Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - VNA / Homecare

Southcoast Health System, Inc.; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 53,416 - 76,077; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Generous Earned Time Off Package

403B Retirement Plan with company match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Southcoast Health System, Inc. is seeking a talented Per Diem Physical Therapy Assistant to join our home care team in New Bedford. This role primarily focuses on providing post-operative orthopedic care on Saturdays, with possible weekday coverage based on staffing needs.

The ideal candidate will hold an Associates Degree in Physical Therapy, possess effective interpersonal and communication skills, and be licensed in Massachusetts. The position offers competitive pay at $47.00 per hour, reflecting the level of experience.

Qualifications

• Two years of related experience required, home care experience strongly preferred.
• Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Board of Registration in Medicine of Massachusetts.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-operative orthopedic care on Saturdays.
• Work with patients to prevent disability and relieve pain.
• Maintain maximum physical, emotional, and social performance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy

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 southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Nested 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: Per Diem

Shift: Day shift with Saturday rotation and weekdays as needed; 7:30am - 4:00pm with varied start and end times. Saturday availability needed.

Location: New Bedford and Surrounding Communities

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

We are seeking a per diem Physical Therapist Assistant to join our home care team, with a primary focus on providing post-operative orthopedic care on Saturdays. Weekday coverage may be requested based on staffing needs and your availability. 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 strongly 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 $47.00 - USD $47.00 /Hr.