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Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Tarrytown Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Medford, MAFull-timeup to $38/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
up to $38/hr
Location
Medford, MA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current Unencumbered MA License As An Physical Therapy AssistantAssociate's degreeCurrent Unrestricted Driver's License

Job overview

Tarrytown Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA). The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides physical therapy treatments and modalities under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This role involves communicating effectively with residents, documenting progress, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The PTA also assists in planning department goals and ordering necessary equipment.

Key focus areas include Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities according to established treatment plans, Effectively communicate with residents with visual, speech, auditory, cognitive, physical and emotional impairments, and Possess the ability to train/supervise and discipline subordinate staff.

Successful candidates bring MA Physical Therapy Assistant License, Associate’s Degree Physical Therapy, and Unrestricted Driver’s License. Important skills include Professionally Communicate, Function Independently, Collaboration, Effectively Communicate With Residents, Train/Supervise Subordinate Staff, and Discipline Subordinate Staff.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Professionally CommunicateFunction IndependentlyCollaborationEffectively Communicate With ResidentsTrain/Supervise Subordinate StaffDiscipline Subordinate StaffRelate Information Regarding Resident's ConditionPlanningOrganizingImplementing Goals, Objectives and Policies and ProceduresPhysical Therapy Plan of TreatmentsPhysical Therapy ModalitiesDocument Resident ProgressComplete Daily Activity ScheduleComplete Progress NotesProvide Resident EducationProvide Staff EducationProvide Family EducationComply With Federal RegulationsComply With State RegulationsComplete Documentation to Comply With Professional StandardComplete Documentation to Comply With Regulatory RequirementsMeet Productivity GoalsMeet Efficiency GoalsSelf-Initiate Corrective Action PlanOrdering Necessary EquipmentMaintain Current Professional Knowledge of Practice of Physical TherapyPractice Within Acceptable Professional StandardsComply With Facility Policies and ProceduresMaintain ConfidentialityRespect Resident RightsReport Instances of Potential Resident AbuseReport Instances of Misappropriation of Resident PropertyFollow Sanitation Policies and ProceduresFollow Infection Control Policies and Procedures

Qualifications

Current Unencumbered MA License as an Physical Therapy AssistantAssociate's Degree in Physical TherapyGraduate of an Accredited SchoolCurrent Unrestricted Driver's LicenseDependable TransportationGeriatric Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance

Full job description

New Rate ( Up to $38/hr ) Join our Team at Medford Today!

We offer the Following:

  • Premium Compensation

  • Great Benefits Package

  • Professional Growth & Stability

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)

  • Dental insurance

  • Health insurance

  • Paid time off

  • Vision insurance

Qualifications/Experience:

  • Must have a current unencumbered MA license as an Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Graduate of an accredited school with an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy

  • Geriatric experience preferred

  • A current unrestricted driver’s license and dependable transportation

  • Ability to professionally communicate with internal and external resources

  • Ability to function independently as well as part of a team

Essential Job Functions:

  • Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities according to the established treatment plans as assigned, under the on-site supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist

  • Must effectively communicate with residents with visual, speech, auditory, cognitive, physical and emotional impairments

  • Must possess the ability to train/supervise and discipline subordinate staff

  • Must be able to relate information regarding a resident’s condition

  • Must possess the ability to assist in planning, organizing and implementing the goals, objectives and policies and procedures of the department

  • Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals

  • Completes Daily Activity Schedule and progress notes per facility policy and as directed by the Physical Therapist

  • Provides resident, staff and family education as directed

  • Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy

  • Completes all documentation to comply with professional standard and regulatory requirements

  • Strives to meet productivity / efficiency goals and self-initiates corrective action plan for non-attainment

  • Assists in ordering necessary equipment for the facility and residents

  • Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Physcial Therapy and practices within acceptable professional standards

  • Complies with all facility policies and procedures

  • Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information

  • Respects all residents all resident rights

  • Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately

  • Follows sanitation and infection control policies and procedures

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

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