Travel Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) in Worcester, MA

Key Responsibilities Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with physical functioning disorders under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist. Document all required clinical information accurately in the electronic documentation system, including treatment minutes, and maintain patient records per regulatory and company requirements.

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Long Term Care

Location

Worcester, MA

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide rehabilitative, skilled, and medically necessary treatment interventions to patients with physical functioning disorders under the supervision and direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Administer rehabilitation procedures including manual techniques, therapeutic exercises, ambulation, modalities, and use of supportive and assistive devices.
• Assess patient progress and communicate with the supervising Physical Therapist to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Document all required clinical information accurately in the electronic documentation system, including treatment minutes, and maintain patient records per regulatory and company requirements.
• Participate in patient care conferences, utilization review meetings, rehabilitation meetings, and required facility trainings and in-services.
• Provide consultation and counseling to patients, families, caregivers, and other service providers related to physical disorders.

Required Qualifications

• Active Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in the state of Massachusetts.
• Minimum of 1 year of PTA experience, or new graduate with completed Level II clinical experience.
• Long Term Care (LTC) or rehabilitation setting experience.
• Adherence to APTA standards, state practice acts, code of conduct, and professional ethics.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience utilizing evidence-based practice to support clinical interventions.
• Experience supervising or supporting students in a clinical setting under Physical Therapist guidance.

Why Join Us

• Work in a supportive long term care environment with a collaborative rehabilitation team.
• Overtime and holiday pay available, offering additional earning potential.