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Job description
Physical Therapy Assistant
Implement physical therapy programs and provide physical therapy treatment to clients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists.
Member and partner of the patient care delivery team. Demonstrate a strong commitment to the philosophy and goals of the mission of Hebrew SeniorLife and recognize patient dignity and choice in aspects of daily life. Strive to make every encounter with patients/families into a positive and meaningful experience and opportunity, while providing safe and efficient quality of care. Recognizes and respects others' cultures, values, and backgrounds and considers differences when communicating with others.
Core Competencies:
Under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, carry out established plan of care to address patient's impairments. Work towards established short and long-term treatment goals.
Initiates frequent and consistent communication to the primary PT regarding the patient abilities and limitations. Communicates immediately to the primary PT unexpected changes in the patients status and abilities.
Collaborate with licensed Physical Therapist to adjust specific treatment procedures in response to changes in patient's status.
Provide objective, precise, and timely documentation of patient care, patient/family education, and information regarding units of service.
Strive to achieve the patient's optimal outcome
Position Responsibilities
Implement individualized treatment plans as defined by the primary Physical Therapist.
Provide individualized physical therapy treatments
Act as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
Organize and facilitate treatment groups in consultation with the Physical Therapist.
Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to develop programs and activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each client.
Maintain appropriate and timely client and non-client documentation for all clients treated.
Attend and contribute to client care, staffing and other required meetings as a representative of Physical Therapy, under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
Rotate and flex according to staffing needs in HSL Therapy Programs as needed
Adhere to established HSL and departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
Exemplify professionalism and exhibit values, which contribute to the achievement of the mission of HebrewSenior Life
Demonstrates proficiency with documentation in the electronic medical record
Responsible for maintaining clean work environment.
Participates in quality improvement initiatives
Maintains confidentiality of patient and information.
Meets all requirements as outlined by regulatory and licensure standards.
Qualifications
Current Physical Therapy Assistant MA Licensure
Physical Requirements
Contact with patients/s under a wide variety of circumstances, which may include exposure to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds.
Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.
May be exposed to infections, contagious diseases, and blood borne pathogens.
Gloves, gown, and mask as necessary.
Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing or walking.
Lifting, positioning, transporting, and/or transferring patients/s.
Lifting supplies, equipment.
Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching.
Remote Type: On-site
Salary Range: $64,791.00 - $97,185.97
Worksite address
roslindale, MA, 02131, US
Who can apply
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