Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct rehab care under the supervision of a licensed PT. You will follow prescribed treatment plans and document patient progress in a timely manner.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited PT program, holds an active state license, and is CPR certified or will obtain certification during orientation. New grads are welcome to apply; prior experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (ASPT).
• Active state license in good standing required.
• New grads welcome to apply.
• CPR certification required or obtained during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Follow treatment plans under direction of supervising PT.
• Chart appropriately and timely documentation of progress.
• Utilize therapy software accurately in daily tasks.
• Maintain excellent customer service and positive attitude toward patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team on patient needs.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Email

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (ASPT)

Active state license in good standing

Tools

Therapy software

Job description

Live the Mission

Position Summary

The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited program in physical therapy (ASPT)
• Currently registered/licensed in applicable State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year experience preferred; new grads welcome to apply
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Participates in community health matters/projects as appropriate
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and e mail
• Liaisons with patients, families, support departments, etc., to adequately plan for patient needs
• Demonstrate good body mechanics at all times
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Follow physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the supervising PT
• Chart appropriately and timely
• Utilize therapy software appropriately and accurately
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language