Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Healthpro Heritage, LLC•Mystic, CT

28d•$35 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

HealthPro Heritage is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant at its Masonicare Health facility in Mystic, Connecticut. The role is in a continuing care retirement community (CCRC), serving a diverse caseload and supporting meaningful patient progress. The position offers a full-time schedule and a collaborative, interdisciplinary work environment with clinical support, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. The Physical Therapist Assistant assists with treatment plans developed by Physical Therapists and provides direct patient care, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications. The role also involves monitoring and documenting patient progress, communicating observations to the Physical Therapist, educating patients and families, and coordinating care with healthcare professionals and support staff. Compensation is listed as $35–$40 per hour, based on experience and qualifications. 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.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligibility.
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.
Work with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to coordinate patient care and support treatment outcomes.