Physical Therapy Assistant PTA

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The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

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Under direction, responsible to treat patients requiring physical therapy. Serves patients by reviewing physical therapist interpretations of patient evaluations and test results; interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; recommending options and courses of action to physical therapists; giving normal growth and development information; promoting wellness and health maintenance.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

• Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches as needed per site.
• Instructs patients and their families in appropriate exercise program and in use of equipment.
• Clean work area and check and store equipment after treatment.
• Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.
• Document treatments and notes as needed.

Education:

• Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant preferred
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials:

• Physical Therapist Assistant [State License] - Generic - HR Only required

Experience:

• experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Teaching others how to do something.
• Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Actively looking for ways to help people.

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision
  - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision
  - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Onsite

100 North Beacon Street

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Per Diem

Day (United States of America)

$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

5

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications;

however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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