Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem

Partner's Healthcare; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cambridge is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will review evaluations, interview patients, perform basic examinations, and help develop and implement therapy plans.

This per diem, onsite role involves instructing patients and families, documenting treatments, and coordinating with the PT staff. Minimum education is an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy; licensure as a PTA is

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant required.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes.
• Current Physical Therapist Assistant license required (state).
• CPR/BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients during treatments and report progress to the PT.
• Fit patients with braces or assistive devices as needed.
• Instruct patients and families in exercises and use of equipment.
• Document treatments and notes; coordinate with PT staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Written communication

Teaching others

Time management

Problem solving

Patient care empathy

Education

Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital CorporationMass 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.

Job Summary

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

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

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.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes

Licenses and Credentials

• Physical Therapist Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferredBasic 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• 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%)

Work Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

Pay Range: $23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

Grade: 5

EEO Statement

1460 Spaulding Hospital-Cambridge, 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.

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