Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts
Physical Therapy Assistant jobs in Massachusetts are concentrated in Boston, Worcester, and Springfield, where major health systems such as Mass General Brigham, UMass Memorial Health, and Baystate Health maintain large rehabilitation departments and outpatient networks. Demand is steady at every level, from new graduates entering skilled nursing and acute care settings to experienced assistants specializing in orthopedic rehab, neurological recovery, and pediatric therapy. Massachusetts is among the most active markets in the Northeast for this role, with consistent openings in both urban medical centers and the surrounding suburban and rural outpatient clinics. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
The Rehabilitation Services Aide will report to the Manager of Physical and/or Physical Therapy or the Director of Rehabilitation Services as assigned. The Rehabilitation Services aide will support therapist staff by setting up patient treatment areas, assisting therapists in patient treatments, monitoring patient vital signs and pain, assuring patient safety and providing administrative support. The Rehabilitation Services Aide performs general maintenance and organization of the Rehabilitation Services department and therapy treatment areas.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:
1) Obtains patient identification
2) Obtains patient vital signs and monitor pain as directed by therapist.
3) Notifies therapist of abnormal vital signs, pain or safety concerns
4) Observes and reports any abnormal patient symptoms or behavior to appropriate personnel.
5) Assists therapists with patient treatments.
6) Sets up patient treatment areas in preparation for treatment.
7) Performs general maintenance, organization and cleaning of the department and patient treatment areas.
8) Provides clerical support to the department including: patient registration and scheduling, collects co-payments, sorts and files documentation, creates spreadsheets, collects and tracks data, retrieves patient information from medical records, answers department phones, monitors department inventory and orders supplies when necessary.
9) May lead exercise programs or other educational initiatives under the direction of a therapist.
10) Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Clinic Confidentiality policy.
11) Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles , Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
12) Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
13) Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
14) Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
15) Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
16) Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
17) Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
18) Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
19) Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: None required.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to communicate with patients, family members and other health care providers. Strong problem solving abilities and analytical skills to ensure patient’s needs are met. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize daily assignments to ensure smooth work flow. Ability to comprehend medical terminology. Strong computer skills. Critical thinking ability and good judgment in the performance of daily tasks.
Experience: None required.
Pay Range:
$20.00 – $26.92
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Job details
- Employment: Full-time
- Hours/Week: 40
- Shift: Day
- Category: Therapy & Rehabilitation
- Pay Range: $20.00 - $26.92
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR101806
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Description:
The Rehabilitation Services Aide will report to the Manager of Physical and/or Physical Therapy or the Director of Rehabilitation Services as assigned. The Rehabilitation Services aide will support therapist staff by setting up patient treatment areas, assisting therapists in patient treatments, monitoring patient vital signs and pain, assuring patient safety and providing administrative support. The Rehabilitation Services Aide performs general maintenance and organization of the Rehabilitation Services department and therapy treatment areas.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but not limited to:
1) Obtains patient identification
2) Obtains patient vital signs and monitor pain as directed by therapist.
3) Notifies therapist of abnormal vital signs, pain or safety concerns
4) Observes and reports any abnormal patient symptoms or behavior to appropriate personnel.
5) Assists therapists with patient treatments.
6) Sets up patient treatment areas in preparation for treatment.
7) Performs general maintenance, organization and cleaning of the department and patient treatment areas.
8) Provides clerical support to the department including: patient registration and scheduling, collects co-payments, sorts and files documentation, creates spreadsheets, collects and tracks data, retrieves patient information from medical records, answers department phones, monitors department inventory and orders supplies when necessary.
9) May lead exercise programs or other educational initiatives under the direction of a therapist.
10) Maintains strict adherence to the Lahey Clinic Confidentiality policy.
11) Incorporates Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles , Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
12) Complies with all Lahey Clinic Policies.
13) Complies with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
14) Maintains courteous and effective interactions with colleagues and patients.
15) Demonstrates an understanding of the job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
16) Demonstrates a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adheres to Customer Service standards.
17) Participates in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
18) Participates in and successfully completes Mandatory Education.
19) Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensure, Certification, Registration: None required.
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities: Strong interpersonal and customer service skills to communicate with patients, family members and other health care providers. Strong problem solving abilities and analytical skills to ensure patient’s needs are met. Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize daily assignments to ensure smooth work flow. Ability to comprehend medical terminology. Strong computer skills. Critical thinking ability and good judgment in the performance of daily tasks.
Experience: None required.
Pay Range:
$20.00 – $26.92
The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Job details
- Employment: Full-time
- Hours/Week: 40
- Shift: Day
- Category: Therapy & Rehabilitation
- Pay Range: $20.00 - $26.92
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- Req ID: JR101806
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Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Physical Therapy Assistant Job Market in Massachusetts
A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- HiredFirst13H
- Aveanna Healthcare11A
- ATI Physical Therapy9
- Beth Israel Lahey Health9
- Powerback Rehabilitation8P
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in physical therapy assistant jobs across Massachusetts.
- Active Massachusetts Physical Therapy Assistant license issued by the Board of Allied Health Professions
- Associate degree in physical therapy assisting from a CAPTE-accredited program
- Current certification in Basic Life Support or CPR from an approved provider
- Experience or clinical rotation hours in orthopedic, neurological, or geriatric rehabilitation settings
- Ability to document patient progress accurately in electronic health record systems
- Strong communication skills for coordinating care with supervising physical therapists and patients
Physical Therapy Assistant Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a physical therapy assistant in Massachusetts?
To become a physical therapy assistant in Massachusetts, you must earn an associate degree from a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist assistant program, pass the National Physical Therapy Examination for physical therapy assistants, and obtain a license from the Massachusetts Board of Allied Health Professions. The board requires a completed application, proof of education, and examination results before you may practice. Massachusetts does not offer temporary or provisional licensure, so secure your license before your start date.
Which companies hire physical therapy assistants in Massachusetts?
Companies currently hiring physical therapy assistants in Massachusetts include HiredFirst, Aveanna Healthcare, and ATI Physical Therapy, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Massachusetts's dense network of academic medical centers, skilled nursing facilities, and outpatient orthopedic practices means hiring is distributed across both large health systems and independent rehabilitation clinics throughout the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most physical therapy assistant jobs?
The cities with the most physical therapy assistant openings in Massachusetts are Boston, Milford, and Peabody. Boston anchors the market through its concentration of academic medical centers and large rehabilitation networks, while Worcester and Springfield draw openings from regional health systems and the skilled nursing and outpatient orthopedic facilities that serve those surrounding communities.
Are there remote physical therapy assistant jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Physical therapy assisting is a hands-on clinical role that requires direct patient contact, so the vast majority of positions are on-site. About 0% of physical therapy assistant openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve documentation support, telehealth care coordination, or administrative functions rather than direct patient treatment.
How can I get hired as a physical therapy assistant in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for new-graduate positions at skilled nursing facilities and inpatient rehabilitation units, which are among the most willing employers in Massachusetts to bring on candidates fresh from their CAPTE-accredited programs. Large systems such as Mass General Brigham and UMass Memorial Health run clinical orientation programs that ease the transition from fieldwork to full practice. Candidates who have completed clinical rotations in orthopedic or neurological settings, hold a current Massachusetts license, and have worked as a rehab aide or therapy technician carry a clear edge in competitive searches.
Where can I find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to physical therapy assistant jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings across health systems, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities. Search the listings to find roles that fit your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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