Physical Therapy Assistant

University Orthopedics; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

University Orthopedics in East Providence, RI is seeking a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to work under Physical Therapists, delivering exercise, gait and balance training, and manual therapy as part of the plan of care.

The PTA will document patient progress, educate patients and families, and assist with equipment and mobility devices, with travel to all sites as needed and a focus on confidentiality and high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an APTA-accredited PTA program.
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant RI license.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedics/musculoskeletal rehab preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Must be able to travel to all sites if/when necessary.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients before, during and after therapy and report status to the PT.
• Assist patients with specific exercises as part of the plan of care.
• Treat patients using massage and stretching and other therapeutic interventions.
• Use devices and equipment, such as walkers, to aid patient mobility.
• Educate patients and families about post-treatment care.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager.

Skills

Outpatient ortho rehab experience

Travel to all sites

Confidentiality

Education

RI PTA license

Graduate of APTA-accredited PTA program

Job description

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Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapist KP Full Time East Providence, RI, US

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Reports To: Physical Therapy Site Coordinator

This position is located in East Providence, RI.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

Under the direction and supervision of Physical Therapists, the PTA treat patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training and other therapeutic interventions. The PTA records patients' progress and report the results of each treatment to the Physical Therapist.

Essential Job Functions:

• Observe patients before, during and after therapy, noting the patient's status and reporting it to the Physical Therapist
• Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care
• Treat patients, using a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching
• Use devices and equipment, such as walkers, to help patients
• Educate patients and family members about what to do after treatment
• Additional duties as assigned by the Manager to meet department needs

Requirements:

• A graduate of an APTA accredited school of physical therapy
• Valid Physical Therapy Assistant State of RI license
• Previous experience in outpatient orthopedics/musculoskeletal rehab preferred
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Must be able to travel to all sites if/when necessary .