Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Medford Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Medford Hillside (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Medford Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant for a full-time on-site role in Medford, MA. The position offers premium compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, with opportunities for professional growth and stability within a supportive team.

The role requires MA licensure as a PTA, an associate degree in Physical Therapy, and a willingness to work in a geriatric care setting. Driver’s license and reliable transportation are preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have current unencumbered MA license as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited school with an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy.
• Geriatric experience preferred.
• A current unrestricted driver’s license and dependable transportation.
• Ability to professionally communicate with internal and external resources.
• Ability to function independently as well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Communicates effectively with residents with varying impairments.
• Trains/supervises subordinate staff and participates in care planning.
• Relates information regarding residents’ condition to the team.
• Plans and implements departmental goals and procedures.
• Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals and completes progress notes.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to facility policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Effective communication

Team player

Independent worker

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapy

MA Physical Therapy Assistant license

Job description

New Rate ( $45/hr ) Join our Team at Medford Today!

Job Type:Full-time

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation

• Great Benefits Package

• Professional Growth & Stability

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must have a current unencumbered MA license as an Physical Therapy Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited school with an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy

• Geriatric experience preferred

• A current unrestricted driver’s license and dependable transportation

• Ability to professionally communicate with internal and external resources

• Ability to function independently as well as part of a team

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities according to the established treatment plans as assigned, under the on-site supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist

• Must effectively communicate with residents with visual, speech, auditory, cognitive, physical and emotional impairments

• Must possess the ability to train/supervise and discipline subordinate staff

• Must be able to relate information regarding a resident’s condition

• Must possess the ability to assist in planning, organizing and implementing the goals, objectives and policies and procedures of the department

• Documents resident progress toward Physical Therapy goals

• Completes Daily Activity Schedule and progress notes per facility policy and as directed by the Physical Therapist

• Provides resident, staff and family education as directed

• Complies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapy

• Completes all documentation to comply with professional standard and regulatory requirements

• Strives to meet productivity / efficiency goals and self-initiates corrective action plan for non-attainment

• Assists in ordering necessary equipment for the facility and residents

• Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Physcial Therapy and practices within acceptable professional standards

• Complies with all facility policies and procedures

• Maintains confidentiality of facility and resident information

• Respects all residents all resident rights

• Reports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediately

• Follows sanitation and infection control policies and procedures

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.

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