Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Mobile Outpatient

Genesis Administrative Services • Newburyport, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant primarily provides outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in home-based settings, including patients’ private residences and rooms in independent living facilities. The role delivers treatment in the patient’s functional environment to support increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. The position offers a flexible schedule and work environment across various settings.

The assistant implements individualized treatment plans and provides physical therapy treatments, while collaborating with the rehabilitation team, patients, families, and caregivers. The role also includes attending care conferences and meetings, completing clinical and billing documentation, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient-centered service.

Requirements

• Valid license in the state(s) of practice, or proof of license eligibility.
• Valid driver’s license or reliable, independent transportation to and from patients’ residences.

Responsibilities

• Attend and contribute to patient care and staffing conferences and other required meetings as a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Adhere to department and patient treatment schedules and complete timely clinical and billing documentation and work-related meetings.
• Work with rehabilitation team members to implement programs and activities aligned with each patient’s needs and capabilities.
• Assist the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
• Instruct patients, families, and caregivers in physical therapy treatment skills and techniques under the Physical Therapist’s supervision.
• Maintain appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
• Clean and maintain equipment and identify and report the need for repairs as necessary.
• Ensure patients and families receive high-quality, compassionate service that recognizes their needs and rights.
• Implement each patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Provide individualized treatments, including therapeutic exercise, functional training, manual therapy, airway clearance techniques, integumentary repair and protection, electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities, health and wellness interventions, falls risk interventions, and chronic disease management education.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time team members; dental and vision plans for part-time team members.
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time team members.
• Clinical mentorship program for new graduates.
• Free continuing education units through Medbridge.
• Visa or Green Card sponsorship support and a travel program with full-time role security.
• Discounts on wireless/TV, home/auto/renters and pet insurance, childcare, eldercare, and other offerings.
• Employee recognition rewards through the PowerZone Employee Recognition Program.
• Professional development through the Clinicians in Action program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed