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South Shore Health lists this Physical Therapist Assistant PTA VNA Full Time opportunity in rockland, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapist AssistantIn collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services as part of the rehabilitation process, under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.Compensation Pay Range: $28.30 - $40.50Essential FunctionsPatient Care Provides appropriate and comprehensive treatments in accordance with established departmental and discipline specific standards of care and practice and within insurance parameters as requiredImplements patient care using evidence based practicePractices within the legal boundaries of Massachusetts license and other professional and governmental agenciesDirects other licensed and non-licensed personnel as required, such as Rehab aides and volunteers. Delegates duties to other staff appropriately understanding their role, knowledge and capabilityFollows the organization's infection control standardsMaintains patient safety practices throughout all instances of patient careImplements appropriate treatment interventions based on established goals and plan of careProvides patient education and/or home exercise program as necessaryInteracts with patients and family in a compassionate manner, demonstrating confidence, empathy, sensitivity and patienceSupports South Shore Health and department mission, vision and valuesAdheres to South Shore Health policies and proceduresDocumentation/Billing Follows department standards for completing all documentation and charge entryWrites clear and complete documentation that reflects the patient's current status and ongoing needsAdheres to all South Shore Health and department guidelines and standards for documentation regarding timeliness, accuracy and completenessTakes responsibility to provide accuracy during handoffAccurately performs all aspects of charge capture including entering charges that reflect the documented treatment provided, application of appropriate modifiers, charge correction, co-treatment and concurrent/group treatment sessionsProductivity Strives to meet 100% productivity standard for primary area(s)Technology Possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organizationEmbraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficientlyAccurately uses all software applications as needed for job performanceCommunication Communicates effectively with staff, peers, colleagues, patients and family members in all manners of communication (written, verbal, non-verbal)Appropriately uses all forms of South Shore Health communication in accordance with standard practicesResponds in a timely manner when feedback is requestedProfessional Development Assumes responsibility for maintaining ongoing professional developmentEmbraces change in clinical practice based on evolving advances in evidenceDemonstrates willingness to provide supervision of clinical studentsDemonstrates awareness of performance initiatives and incorporates them into practiceEstablishes and strives to achieve annual goalsTakes advantage of learning opportunities for professional growth such as attending in-services, conferences, and/or reading professional articlesProfessional Behaviors Maintain a professional and appropriate manner of conversationMaintain composure during stressful situationsComplete clinical and non-clinical tasks as well as assigned activities according to policies, practice guidelines and assigned deadlinesUtilize critical thinking and problem solving in day to day operations as well as in emergent situationsCommunicates appropriately and effectively following chain of commandDemonstrates dependability and flexibility in meeting the scheduling needs of the departmentJob RequirementsMinimum Education - Required: Associates degree from accredited physical therapy assistant schoolMinimum Work Experience: One (1) year clinical experience preferred; rehabilitation experience desirable.Required Licenses / Registrations: PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant, Maintain active Physical Therapy Assistant license to practice in MassachusettsRequired Classes/Skills: BLS - Basic Life Support
Worksite address
rockland, MA, 02370, US
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