About this opportunity
Crystal Lake Rehabilitation & Care Center lists this Physical Therapy Assistant opportunity in pascoag, Rhode Island. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
A Physical Therapy Assistant supports a PT in helping patients who are recovering from injuries manage pain and regain their mobility. Their main duties include creating and carrying out treatment plans under Pt's POC, preparing therapy equipment for appointments, massaging and stretching patients' muscles, using modalities as indicated and sanitizing therapy areas. Must hold a current RI PTA License.
Duties and Responsibilities
Physical Therapy Assistants work under and report to their supervising Physical Therapists. They deliver quality and effective treatment plans under supervision of PT.
Therapy Assistant Duties includes the following:
Family/staff education and training
Carry out therapeutic modalities as indicated in POC
Nursing education/in-service on patient performance, transfer/ambulation status
Observe the patients they are working with before, during and after therapy and report changes to the Physical Therapist/nursing staff.
Assign HEP for the patient and upgrade/downgrade as needed.
Upgrade/downgrade treatment plans and/or devices, such as walkers, and other equipment to help patients regain movement and reduce pain.
Use a variety of techniques, including stretching exercises and massage, to manage pain and promote mobility.
Assist patients when moving to and from the therapy area.
Job Type: Part-time flexible hours available
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Worksite address
pascoag, RI, 02859, US
Who can apply
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