Physical Therapist Assistant - Salem Hospital (acute care)

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 34,440,000 - 56,482,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant for an onsite, part-time role at Salem Hospital in Salem, MA. The position supports acute care patients under PT supervision, assisting evaluations, treatments, and patient education.

Requires Associate's Degree in PTA and state licensure; internship experience is preferred and 20 hours per week are scheduled. Benefits and competitive pay offered by Mass General Brigham.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant preferred.
• Experience in lieu of degree not accepted.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients during treatments to assess responses and progress.
• Fit patients for braces, prostheses, or devices as needed.
• Instruct patients and families in exercises and equipment use.
• Clean and store equipment after treatment.
• Discuss and evaluate patient information with PT staff for planning.

Skills

Communicating effectively

Teaching others

Logical reasoning

Problem solving

Time management

Patient care

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

## Physical Therapist Assistant - Salem Hospital (acute care)Apply: Onsite: Salem-MA: Part time: Posted Today: RQ4079793Site: Shaughnessy-Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.**Job Summary**Under direction, responsible to treat patients requiring physical therapy. Serves patients by reviewing physical therapist interpretations of patient evaluations and test results; interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; recommending options and courses of action to physical therapists; giving normal growth and development information; promoting wellness and health maintenance.**Qualifications**Essential Functions-Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes. -Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches as needed per site.-Instructs patients and their families in appropriate exercise program and in use of equipment. -Clean work area and check and store equipment after treatment. -Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment. -Document treatments and notes as needed.Education Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant preferred Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Physical Therapist Assistant [State License] - required Experience experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. - Teaching others how to do something. - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. - Managing one's own time and the time of others. - Actively looking for ways to help people.**Additional Job Details (if applicable)****Physical Requirements*** Standing Frequently (34-66%)* Walking Frequently (34-66%)* Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)* Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)* Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs* Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)* Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)* Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)* Balancing Frequently (34-66%)* Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)* Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)* Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)* Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)* Reaching Frequently (34-66%)* Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)* Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)* Feeling Constantly (67-100%)* Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)* Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)* Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)* Talking Constantly (67-100%)* Hearing Constantly (67-100%)**Remote Type**Onsite**Work Location**81 Highland Avenue**Scheduled Weekly Hours**20**Employee Type**Regular**Work Shift**Day (United States of America)**Pay Range**$ - $40.70/Hourly**Grade**6At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.**EEO Statement:**3400 Shaughnessy-Kaplan Rehabilitation Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.