What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapist Assistant position at Pappas OPT Physical and Hand Therapy?
Overview
Ready to Level Up Your PTA Career? Earn $25–$35/hr with Mentorship and Real Team Support.
At Confluent Health and our family of affiliated brands, physical therapists practice in an environment built for high quality care, professional growth, and sustainable careers. We support clinicians with innovative tools, strong mentorship, and clear development pathways. Rhode Island offers a charming coastal lifestyle with a strong sense of community, scenic beaches, and historic towns. Enjoy easy access to Providence and Boston (about 1 hour away) while benefiting from a smaller-state feel and diverse local neighborhoods.
How Pappas Physical, Sports, and Hand Therapy, a member of the Confluent Health Family Supports You:
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- Benefits include generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, disability, and 401(K) with a 4% employer match.
- AI clinical documentation support, built to significantly reduce after hours charting so work stays at work.
- A care model designed to support quality outcomes and efficiency.
- Structured mentorship and career development.
- Location differentials available for longer commutes.
Responsibilities
You’ll Achieve Success By:
- Assisting in evaluating clients’ daily living skills and capacities to determine the extent of abilities and limitations
- Assisting patients with all phases of physical therapy treatment, including exercise instruction, manual therapy techniques, and activities of daily living
- Observing patients during treatments and reporting observations to the Physical Therapist.
Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree or equivalent from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program required
- Unrestricted Physical Therapist Assistant Licensure to practice in Rhode Island
- CPR and first aid certification required
Who We Are:
Pappas OPT is a Member of the Confluent Health Family. Confluent Health is a family of physical therapy and occupational therapy companies transforming healthcare by strengthening private practices, developing highly effective clinicians, and lowering healthcare costs through workplace wellness and injury prevention. This is an organization that is unlike any other, with unmatched possibilities to practice, learn, and master the profession, do meaningful work that impacts lives, and create your path for future success.
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About
Confluent Health, LLC and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need assistance or would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at careers@goconfluent.com.
Salary : $25 - $35