Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)
About The Position
HealthPro Heritage is hiring a full-time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) at Lutheran Rehab and Skilled Care Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. The role is in a long-term care setting, with a stated rate range of $34–$38. The assistant supports Physical Therapists by implementing treatment plans, providing direct patient care, monitoring and documenting progress, and coordinating care with patients, families, and the broader healthcare team. HealthPro Heritage describes itself as a therapist-led organization providing clinical services across settings including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. The company highlights its mission-driven work, professional growth opportunities, collaborative culture, clinical expertise, and commitment to high-quality care and outcomes.
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.
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 patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and support effective treatment outcomes.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Free access to 360 CEUs and continuing education
- Long-term disability coverage
- Short-term disability coverage
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- Critical illness insurance
- Hospital indemnity insurance
- Wellness program
- Accident insurance
- Legal plan
- Identity theft protection
- Pet insurance
- TicketsatWork discount program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
