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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Team Resource

Beth Israel Lahey Health

Watertown, MAJob$29.2–39.3/hrPosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$29.2–39.3/hr
Location
Watertown, MA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current Licensure To Practice Physical Therapy Assistant In MassachusettsActive American Health Association BLSAssociate's degree

Job overview

Beth Israel Lahey Health is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Team Resource. The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Team Resource provides physical therapy services to patients in their homes under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist (RPT). This role involves implementing individualized treatment programs, monitoring patient responses, and educating patients and families on therapeutic exercises and assistive devices. The PTA will also ensure effective care coordination and maintain confidentiality.

Key focus areas include Review the plan of care with the supervising RPT, Accept delegated tasks within legal, regulatory, and ethical guidelines, and Perform selected visits/interventions as directed by the RPT.

Successful candidates bring Associates Degree PTA, Massachusetts PTA Licensure, and Active AHA BLS. Important skills include Provide Physical Therapy Services, Implement Treatment Programs, Implement Discharge Plans, Review Plan Of Care, Accept Delegated Tasks, and Monitor Patient Response.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Provide Physical Therapy ServicesImplement Treatment ProgramsImplement Discharge PlansReview Plan of CareAccept Delegated TasksMonitor Patient ResponseConsult With RPTEducating Patient and FamilyRespect Cultural BeliefsCommunicate With RPTMaintain Contact With PatientsMaintain Contact With RPTMaintain Contact With Multidisciplinary Clinical TeamPractice Confidentiality PrinciplesCompletes DocumentationHIPAA Guidelines

Qualifications

Associate's Degree From CAPTE Accredited Physical Therapy Assistant ProgramCurrent Licensure to Practice Physical Therapy Assistant in MassachusettsActive American Health Association BLSTwo Years of Experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Acute Care, Rehab or Home Health SettingVaccinated Against Influenza

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

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:

What You'll Do:

Under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist (RPT), the Physical Therapy Assistant will provide physical therapy services to patients in their place of residence. The PTA will implement selected components of individualized treatment programs and discharge plans in accordance with the plan of care.

More Specifically:

  • Review the plan of care with the supervising RPT and accept delegated tasks within the limits of his or her capabilities and considering legal, regulatory, and ethical guidelines.

  • Perform selected visits/interventions as directed by the RPT.

  • Monitor patient’s response to the established plan of care and consult with the RPT if re-evaluation is required.

  • Participate in educating the patient and family in therapeutic exercise programs, functional activities and the use of assistive devices.

  • Respect and support patient and family’s cultural beliefs and values, individual needs, health goals and treatment preferences.

  • Communicate with the RPT regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition.

  • Ensure effective care coordination by maintaining contact with patients, supervising RPT and multidisciplinary clinical team.

  • Practice confidentiality principles set by the agency and federal HIPAA guidelines. Completes documentation in accordance with agency timeliness policies.

What You'll Need:

  • Associates degree from CAPTE accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.

  • Current licensure to practice Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of Massachusetts.

  • Active American Health Association BLS.

  • Two years of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant in an acute care, rehab or home health setting.

What You'll Get:

  • A highly competitive salary and benefits package, including generous PTO, 403(b), and tuition reimbursement.

  • A reasonable geographic territory with strong clinical support resources.

  • A highly inclusive, diverse team that values the input of all staff to provide excellent patient care.

Pay Range:

$29.20 - $39.30

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

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