Physical Therapist Assistant, Homecare

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient-focused care. You will assist with exercises, treatments, and modalities while documenting patient responses and progress in the chart.

The role requires an Associate’s degree from an accredited PTA program and Rhode Island licensure, with a minimum of one year of PTA experience preferred. On-site position within Care New England facilities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• RI licensure is required.
• Minimum 1 year PTA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with exercises, activities, and tasks prescribed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Implement treatment plans and interventions to improve mobility, strength, and functional abilities.
• Report changes in patient response to the Physical Therapist and Medical Provider.
• Monitor and record patient progress during treatment sessions.
• Assist patients with use of crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs with proper instruction.
• Perform therapeutic exercises, ROM, and manual techniques as directed.
• Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and self-care strategies.
• Communicate updates to patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Maintain accurate patient records of treatments and progress.
• Collaborate with the supervising Physical Therapist for continuity of care.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Care documentation

Education

Associate’s degree from an Accredited PTA program

RI licensure required

Job description

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the direction of a Physical Therapist, assists the Therapist in implementing treatment programs according to a plan of care, i.e. training patients in exercises, conducting treatments using special equipment, administrating modalities and other treatment procedures, as well as reporting the patient’s response to the Physical Therapist.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist patients with exercises, therapeutic activities, and functional tasks as prescribed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Implement treatment plans and interventions designed to improve patients' mobility, strength, flexibility, and overall functional abilities.
• Report to the Physical Therapist any change in reaction of a patient to a particular modality or treatment program.
• Monitor and record patients' progress during treatment sessions, documenting changes and reporting them to the Physical Therapist and Medical Provider.
• Help patients use assistive devices and equipment, such as crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs, while providing proper instruction.
• Perform therapeutic exercises, range of motions, and manual techniques as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on proper exercise techniques, home exercise programs, and self-care strategies.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to provide updates on patients' progress and address any concerns.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting treatment sessions, progress, and any changes in patients' conditions.
• Collaborate with the supervising Physical Therapist to ensure proper continuity of care and treatment plan adjustments.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree from an Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• PTA for minimum of 1 years
• RI licensure required

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.