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Whittier Health Network

Rehabilitation hospitals and skilled nursing

Physical Therapist Assistant

Full-Time
$40 - $43/hr+ $5 weekend differential
Mid
Associate's
Haverhill, MA, USA
In Person
Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryRehabilitation Therapies

About the job

Requirements
  • An associate degree in physical therapy from an APTA-accredited program.
  • Current licensure by the Board of Allied Health Professionals, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, or an application for the same.
  • Certification in basic life support (BLS) for adults, children, and infants.
  • Demonstrated pursuit of continuing education courses related to physical therapy.
  • Knowledge, experience, and competency in adult rehabilitation and geriatric care.
Responsibilities
  • Function independently and implement appropriate treatment plans according to patient diagnosis and status under the direction of a registered physical therapist.
  • Complete flow sheets, weekly progress notes, discharge summaries, and statistics in a timely manner.
  • Delegate appropriate duties to physical therapy assistants, aides, and supportive personnel.
  • Coordinate and organize a full treatment caseload.
  • Attend and report at team, treating-team, and family-team conferences.
  • Provide or enhance staff, patient, and family education through continuing education courses or seminars and review of relevant current literature.
Desired Qualifications
  • Membership in the Massachusetts and/or New Hampshire chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) is preferred.

About the company

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Whittier Health Network

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Whittier Health Network is a family-owned healthcare system in Massachusetts focused on rehabilitation and recovery after serious illness or injury. Its hospitals in Bradford and Westborough combine intensive rehabilitation with long-term acute care for patients with complex medical needs. Transitional care units support short-term recovery after surgery, while hospital-based outpatient clinics provide one-on-one therapy. Treatment includes stroke rehabilitation, wound care and support for patients coming off ventilators, with physical, occupational and speech therapy available across its services. Founded in 1982, the network is headquartered in Haverhill, Massachusetts.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Haverhill, MA

Founded

1982

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