Southcoast Health System
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - VNA / Homecare
Southcoast Health System, Fairhaven, Massachusetts, us, 02719
Job Overview
Community Focused. Care Driven.
Southcoast Health
is a not‑for‑profit health system with hospitals and clinics across southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where highly skilled caregivers offer world‑class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.
We are searching for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant.
Hours:
40 hrs
Shift:
Day shift with 1 holiday a year & 1 Saturday every 6 weeks; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Location:
VNA Rehab – This is an FT PTA position to cover Seekonk & Rehoboth primarily with Swansea and Somerset overflow
Travel:
Driving on average 3 or more times per week required
A career at Southcoast Health offers you:
A culture of well‑being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package**
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities and Qualifications Under the direction of the Clinical Manager and the Registered Physical Therapist, work with patients to prevent disability, relieve pain, develop, improve or restore motor function and maintain maximum physical, emotional, social and mental performance within the persons capabilities.
An Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
Two (2) years of related experience required.
Home care experience preferred.
Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs preferred.
Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Board of Registration in Medicine of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment.
CPR certification is required.
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Southcoast Health
is a not‑for‑profit health system with hospitals and clinics across southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where highly skilled caregivers offer world‑class, comprehensive healthcare close to home.
We are searching for a talented Physical Therapy Assistant.
Hours:
40 hrs
Shift:
Day shift with 1 holiday a year & 1 Saturday every 6 weeks; 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Location:
VNA Rehab – This is an FT PTA position to cover Seekonk & Rehoboth primarily with Swansea and Somerset overflow
Travel:
Driving on average 3 or more times per week required
A career at Southcoast Health offers you:
A culture of well‑being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve
Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package
Generous Earned Time Off Package**
Employee Wellbeing Program
403B Retirement Plan with company match
Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs
Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training
**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.
Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Responsibilities and Qualifications Under the direction of the Clinical Manager and the Registered Physical Therapist, work with patients to prevent disability, relieve pain, develop, improve or restore motor function and maintain maximum physical, emotional, social and mental performance within the persons capabilities.
An Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy is required.
Two (2) years of related experience required.
Home care experience preferred.
Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, including experience with various software, database and electronic records programs preferred.
Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant by the Board of Registration in Medicine of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and may be required in Rhode Island, subject to geographic area assignment.
CPR certification is required.
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