Physical Therapist Assistant

MAB Community Services • Canton, MA

12d • $34 - $38

About The Position

MAB Community Services is hiring a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant at its Training and Rehabilitation Center in Canton, Massachusetts. The center provides individualized rehabilitation services to adults participating in Massachusetts Acquired Brain Injury and Moving Forward Plan waiver programs. The PTA helps participants with acquired brain injuries and complex rehabilitation needs improve mobility, strength, confidence, and independence through hands-on therapeutic interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Services may be provided at the center and, when appropriate, in participants’ homes or community settings. The role works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary rehabilitation and healthcare team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. The listed pay range is $34.00–$38.00 per hour. MAB Community Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive environment for employees and the individuals it serves.

Requirements

• Current Massachusetts Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification.
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques, therapeutic exercises, mobility training, and safe patient handling.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively with people with diverse physical, cognitive, and communication needs.
• Ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team and follow established treatment plans.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach and genuine interest in helping others achieve greater independence.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with acquired brain injuries, neurological conditions, or in rehabilitation settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized physical therapy interventions under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist participants with therapeutic exercises and functional activities targeting strength, flexibility, balance, endurance, gait, and mobility.
• Support safe movement techniques, transfers, and independence in everyday activities.
• Lead individual and small-group therapeutic activities tailored to participants’ abilities, interests, and rehabilitation goals.
• Help participants safely use mobility aids, adaptive equipment, and other durable medical equipment.
• Monitor and document participant progress, treatment responses, and functional changes, and communicate updates and concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Educate participants, families, caregivers, and staff about exercises, safe mobility techniques, and strategies that support continued progress.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, nursing staff, and other interdisciplinary professionals to provide coordinated, participant-centered care.
• Participate in therapeutic activities in clinical, home, and community settings as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and timely treatment notes, progress documentation, and required billing records.

Benefits

• Consistent weekday schedule.
• Collaborative environment alongside rehabilitation and healthcare professionals.
• Professional growth through interdisciplinary collaboration, continuing education, and practical rehabilitation experience.
• Hands-on experience working with individuals with acquired brain injuries and complex rehabilitation needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time