Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Heritage • Stamford, CT

7d • Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant at its Benchmark at Stamford assisted living facility in Stamford, Connecticut. The role involves working with a diverse caseload and supporting meaningful patient progress as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary team. The position offers a part-time schedule, clinical support, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. Compensation is $38–$43 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

The Physical Therapist Assistant helps implement treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists, provides direct patient care, monitors and documents patient progress, and educates patients and families. The role also works closely with Physical Therapists and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and support effective outcomes. HealthPro Heritage describes its work as mission-driven and emphasizes compassionate care, teamwork, professional growth, and high-quality clinical services.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or eligibility for licensure.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience is considered in determining compensation, but no specific experience requirement is stated.
• Interest in patient outcomes and professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
• Provide direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Monitor and document patient progress, and report observations to the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Accurately document treatments, progress, and patient responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and treatment outcomes.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly compensation of $38–$43, based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Clinical support and mentorship.
• Collaborative, team-centered work culture.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree