Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant -(3297531)

Description

Mass General Brigham Home Care, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community.

We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity : race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research.

Description

Mass General Brigham Home Care serves patients from rehabilitation after illness or injury, to chronic disease management.

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality specialized care designed to meet the patients’ unique needs with the goal of optimizing independence and quality of life.

Our clinicians are highly skilled and able to function both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

We value the uniqueness of our employees who are a reflection of the communities and patients that we serve. Our attractive and comprehensive benefits package is designed to meet the needs of our employees.

Qualifications

This position will work in Roxbury, Dorchester and Jamaica Plain towns.

Job Summary

Provide physical therapy services, under the direction of a registered physical therapist to patients in their place of residence , who have physical impairments, resulting from injury, disease, disability or other causes.

Patients may range in age from birth to over 100 years. Collaborate with patient, family, physician and other allied health professionals to identify patient needs and coordinate services to meet those needs.

Key Activities

• Daily documentation is thorough and timely
• Application of standard treatment procedures
• Teaching is provided to patients and caregivers

Qualifications and Experience

• Two years experience in acute care, rehab or homecare as a Physical Therapy Assistant
• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Massachusetts
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn other software applications
• Excellent customer service skills and able to work with diverse populations
• Strong verbal, written and electronic communications skills
• Travel required within PHH’s geographic area
• Ability to work with various computer software required and knowledge of hand-held patient care computer devices
30+ days ago