Physical Therapy Assistant

at  Steward Health Care

Hawthorn Medical Associates is looking for an enthusiastic, dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant with a positive attitude, along with the ability to work both independently and on a team in a fast-paced environment.
We aim to create a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and further your career path with a passionate team of employees who are driven to learn from one another.

The successful candidate will:

• Carry out treatment plans as prescribed by physicians and developed by physical therapists.
• Operate therapeutic equipment and devices including crutches, walkers, exercise apparatus, canes, iontophoresis, electrical stimulators, istodex, traction and heat/cold modalities.
• Document care and other patient information for medical records, including history, treatment, consultations.
• Comply with department policies/procedures and regulations related to infection control, safety, quality improvement.
• Assist with exam/exercise room cleanliness, equipment maintenance, supply inventorying/stocking.
• Perform all other duties as directed.

Qualifications:
EDUCATION: High school diploma, Associates Degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant. Successful completion of accredited Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum, and current state PTA license; CPR certification required. Minimum of one year experience, preferably in a clinic setting. Successful completion of clinical affiliations.

We offer you:

• Vacation, holiday and sick time
• Medical, dental, vision and other elective insurances
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401K with company contribution
• Supportive culture and professional development
• Internal growth opportunities

Hawthorn Medical Associates, an affiliate of Steward Health Care, was established in 1970 and is the largest multi-specialty group practice in the Greater New Bedford area. We have many of the area’s finest physicians who practice in our state-of-the-art facilities in a campus-like setting. They are supported by a skilled professional and support staff and together provide high quality, comprehensive medical care to more than 138,000 patients each year.
For more information, visit steward.org
Location: Steward Medical Group · 1107.54850 Hawthorn Physical Therapy
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, Monday-Frida

Please refer the Job description for details