Physical Therapy Assistant - Part Time

MARY ANN MORSE HEALTHCARE CORP•Natick, MA

24d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Part Time Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center, a 118 bed skilled nursing facility located in Natick, MA, is looking for a part time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. Mary Ann Morse Healthcare Center has been deeply rooted in the MetroWest community for over 25 years with a reputation for providing high quality care. This facility is situated in a beautiful setting with modern updates to the property and state of the art short term rehab unit and therapy gym. Summary To provide direct treatment to a general rehab caseload under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. Participates in the clinical team process. Provides teaching and training to caregiver staff, patients and families. Participates in clinical program development.

Requirements

Associates Degree from an APTA accredited program and current professional licensure in state of Massachusetts.
Strong oral and written communication skills, organizational and analytical skills required.
Ability to function efficiently in multi-faceted systems and to interact effectively with all levels of staff and customers.
Demonstrated ability to utilize independent and effective clinical judgment, problem-solving and decision making skills.
Utilizes effective time managements skills.

Responsibilities

Under a physicians order, provides direct treatment to patients as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
Contributes to the interdisciplinary team meeting/process.
Documents patient progress toward meeting established goals as stated in the treatment plan outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
Provides training to patients, caregivers and families according to the company’s clinical documentation system on a timely basis.
Completes documentation of direct treatment according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising PT.
Maintains productivity expectations on an ongoing basis.
Demonstrates consistent knowledge of Medicare and other reimbursement regulations.
Promotes positive customer relations.
Demonstrates ability for continuous new learning to remain current in the field
Participates in quality improvement activities.
Exhibits courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, care givers, visitors, physicians, administrators and other team members.
Delivers services in compliance with the facilities ethical standards, policy and procedures, national professional standards, state practice acts where applicable, and current accepted state of the art practice.
Tasks and duties as assigned by the Rehabilitation Manger or Administrator as needed.