Physical Therapy Assistant

Baystate Health•Longmeadow, MA

1d•$25 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

PTA Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Rehabilitation, a comprehensive rehab program providing services throughout western Massachusetts is looking for a full time PTA to join our team in Longmeadow, MA. Come join this supportive and skilled team and grow your skills further. New grad applicants accepted. Resume required with application SCHEDULE: Out-patient (Monday - Friday); Clinic hours are M-Th 7a-7p, Fri 7a-5p Full-time 40-hours LOCATION: 21 Dwight Road, Longmeadow, MA Summary: Under the direction of a licensed physical therapist, performs a variety of physical therapy activities to assist in the treatment of patients. Executes plans of care established by a physical therapist and communicates changes in patient status in a timely manner. Adheres to standards of practice and follows policy and procedures to ensure safe and effective patient treatments and functional outcomes. Incumbent is expected to perform other similar duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
Massachusetts Physical Therapy Assistant Licensure
American Heart Association BLS Provider CPR
Entry Level PTA skills, Physiological Knowledge, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Motivating Others, Legal Compliance, Quality Focus, Bedside Manner, Clinical Skills, Pain Management, Persistence, Energy Level
Associates Degree
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Responsibilities

Provides treatment and follows up clients on an inpatient, outpatient basis.
Provides age-appropriate care to patients as assigned. Demonstrated knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups (infant/child, adolescence, adult and older, geriatrics) .
Applies treatment plan to patients within established procedures and time frames, as determined by each discipline.
Completes necessary documentation to comply with professional standards department procedures for initial consult, progress notes, clinical conference notes, and dictate reports
Provides information to patients, families, caregivers, and other health care personnel involved with patient management
Provides information to patients, families, caregivers, and other health care personnel involved with patient management.
Completes department operational procedures, including scheduling, billing, equipment usage, time-off requests and caseload coverage assignments.
Demonstrates relevant knowledge and application of clinical skills in treatment of patients.
Meets productivity expectations as determined by the department standards.
Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Conveys information obtained from continuing education programs to staff by developing and conducting in-service training programs as well as participate in research article reviews and community programs.
Assists with on-the-job orientation and training for student interns

Benefits

Excellent Compensation
High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
Continuing education support and reimbursement
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
Free money coach advice from a certified professional
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Adoption assistance
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Life insurance
Work-life integration
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but not limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!