FULL TIME PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSISTANT

Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate
Shrewsbury, MA
Full-time

Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate -

Physical Therapy Assistant

Qualifications

1.Graduate of an accredited university with a BA or Associates degree in Physical Therapy that is recognized by theAPTA.

2.Holds current license and / or registration in the state (as applicable)

Job Responsibilities1.Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under the supervision of a PT according to state practice guidelines.

2.Assist PT in identifying appropriate patients and referring them to rehab accordingly.3.Document patient’s daily participation and progress on progress note in an accurate and timely fashion, and obtain theco-signature of the PT.

4.Ensure MD orders are obtained for treatments, recertifications and discharges.5.Assist with other documentation requirements as indicated and according to state guidelines.

6.Attend facility and rehab meetings when indicated by Supervisor.7.Act as a rehab delegate to the interdisciplinary team.

8.Participate in scheduling of patients as indicated.9.Complete billing and bill patients ethically and accurately for physical therapy services rendered.

10.Cover other therapists’ patient caseload during absence as necessary.11.Supervise junior PTA staff members or students as needed.

12.Maintain professional relationship with co-workers, facility staff, patients and patient families.13.Provide in-service education regarding patient care or physical therapy services to rehab staff, facility staff, hospitalsand / or community as needed.

14.Comply with all facility and safety policies and procedures.15.Comply with patient confidentiality and Federal Resident Rights.

16.Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and project a professional image at all times.17.Adhere to productivity requirements.

18.Maintain a positive work atmosphere by demonstrating and communicating in a professional manner so as to fosterpositive relations with customers, clients, co-workers and managers.

19.Perform all other duties assigned by the department Supervisor, Lead Therapist or Regional Manager.20.Comply with all policies re : lunch, overtime, sick and time off notification.

21.Adhere to any and all other written and oral policies and procedures.22.Be available to travel to facilities within reasonable distance when requested.

Physical Demands

Employee should be able to transfer patients, lift weights, transport patients and perform treatment on the mat. Employee should be knowledgeable in and exercise good body mechanics during patient treatment.

19 days ago
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