Physical Therapy Assistant — Skilled Nursing, Growth & Benefits

Evolve-Therapy-Services; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, Vision

Growth opportunities from within

Benefits based on Full Time Status

Job summary

Evolve Therapy Services is hiring a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant for an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility located in Webster, MA. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will provide therapy services, conduct screenings, assist in treatment plans, and participate in resident education, documentation in NetHealth EMR, and quality assurance.

Candidates should have an associate degree in physical therapy, an active PTA license, and commitment to ongoing professional

Qualifications

• Associate degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Active PTA license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education to maintain licensure.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Identify indications for evaluations and assist in the evaluation under the Physical Therapist.
• Assist in establishing and modifying individual resident schedules in conjunction with the Physical Therapist and other team members.
• Train resident, family and appropriate staff in the use or application of equipment.
• Complete CMS-compliant documentation in NetHealth EMR systems.

Education

Associate's degree in physical therapy

Active PTA license in state(s) of practice

Continuing education and licensure maintenance

Job description

Evolve Therapy Services is hiring a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant for an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility located in Webster, MA. Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, you will provide therapy services, conduct screenings, assist in treatment plans, and participate in resident education, documentation in NetHealth EMR, and quality assurance.

Candidates should have an associate degree in physical therapy, an active PTA license, and commitment to ongoing professional