Physical Therapy Assistant - Nantucket

Nantucket Cottage Hospital; Nantucket (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Pay

Comprehensive Benefits

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Nantucket Cottage Hospital is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team. The role involves treating patients undergoing physical therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist and requires an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy.

You will be responsible for observing patients, fitting them for equipment, and instructing them on exercise programs. The position is regular full-time, onsite at 57 Prospect Street, requiring 40 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Valid Physical Therapist Assistant license in Massachusetts is required.
• Experience completing an internship or apprenticeship program is preferred.
• Ability to teach patients exercises and use equipment.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients and document their responses and progress.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces or supportive devices.
• Instruct patients and families on exercise programs.

Skills

Effective Communication

Teaching others

Logical reasoning

Problem-solving

Time management

Empathy

Education

Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Site: Nantucket Cottage Hospital

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

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will treat patients requiring physical therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist. You will serve Physical Therapy 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, and promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Essential Functions

• Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to the physical therapist in person or through progress notes.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches, as needed per site.
• Instruct patients and their families in the appropriate exercise program and use of equipment.
• Keep the work area clean 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.

Qualifications

Education

Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant required

Licenses and Credentials

• Physical Therapist Assistant [MA]
• Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License preferred
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Experience

Experience completing internship or apprenticeship program preferred

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.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Walking Frequently (34‑66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (with 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%)

Work Details

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

57 Prospect Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.22 - $31.71/Hourly

Grade

5

Compensation & Benefits

At 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.

EEO Statement

1575 Nantucket Cottage Hospital 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.

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