Physical Therapy Assistant, Home Health

Baystate Health • Springfield, MA • 1d ago

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety; Baystate Home Health is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team!

The function of the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) is to assist the Registered Physical Therapist in patient care activities and to perform such procedures delegated to him/her that is commensurate with his/her education and training.

Schedule:

Monday thru Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Rotating weekends and holidays

Location:

This is a field position - we do service all throughout Western Massachusetts.

Our current need is Longmeadow, Springfield, Agawam, West Springfield, Holyoke, Westfield, Southwick, The Hamptons

Main site: 30 Capital Dr West Springfield, MA

Job Responsibilities:

Implements treatment plan initiated by the Physical Therapist and demonstrates clinical competency with patient care. To assist the Registered Physical Therapist in treatment programs initiated and supervised by the Registered Physical Therapist. To perform selected physical therapy interventions. To provide patient teaching as indicated. To participate in establishing appropriate rehabilitation plan, under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist. To maintain standards of clinical practice pursuant to MA state Board of Allied Health and APTA guidelines.

Participates in case conference with Physical Therapist regarding patient progress and goals, communicates with other members of the interdisciplinary team. To participate in staff conference regarding Physical Therapy program.

Completes documentation and submits paperwork in accordance with agency guidelines. Observe record and report to supervisor the patient condition, reaction and response related to treatment. Maintain clinical records in accordance with agency policies.

Assume additional duties as required.

Adhere to system and departmental compliance policies, and applicable laws and regulations. Attend and participate in staff meetings as assigned. Attend orientation, in -service, staff and any other departmental, agency or system wide programs/meetings as requested.

Preferred Work Experience:

Minimum of one year of clinical experience is preferred

Skills and Competencies:

Excellent judgment and communication skills

Able to work independently with attention to detail

General office environment

Daily travel to patient homes

You Belong At Baystate

At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

Education:

Associates Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Physical Therapist - OtherOther

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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