Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Medford Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; Medford Hillside (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Medford Rehabilitation & Nursing Center in Massachusetts is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. You will provide PT treatments under the supervision of a licensed PT, with emphasis on geriatric care and resident well-being.

The position requires an MA license, an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy, and strong communication skills to collaborate with residents, families, and staff. Prior geriatric experience is preferred and on-site supervision is provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a 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.

Responsibilities

• Provides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities 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.
• 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.

Skills

Licensed MA PTA

Team communication

Independent work

Patient care

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

New Rate ( Up to $38/hr ) Join our Team at Medford Today!

We offer the Following:

• Premium Compensation
• Great Benefits Package
• Professional Growth & Stability

Job Type: Full-time

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.