Physical Therapy Assistant PTA

Physical Therapy Assistant

Summary : As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will treat patients requiring physical therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Serves Physical Therapy Patients by reviewing physical therapist interpretations of patient evaluations and test results; interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; recommending options and courses of action to physical therapists; giving normal growth and development information; promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Essential Functions :

• Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches as needed per site.
• Instructs patients and their families in appropriate exercise program and in use of equipment.
• Clean work area and check and store equipment after treatment.

Qualifications :

Education : Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes.

Licenses and Credentials : Physical Therapist Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required.

Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred.

Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred.

Experience : Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Physical Requirements :

Remote Type : Onsite

Work Location : 1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Employee Type : Regular

Work Shift : Day (United States of America)

Pay Range : $22.88 - $32.72 / Hourly

Grade : 5

EEO Statement : The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.