Physical Therapists Assistant PRN

Company: Meadowbrook Rehabilitation Hospital
Location: Gardner
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

PTA SUMMARY

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  Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to assist with a patient's treatment program in accordance with federal guidelines and state practice acts.
  PTA ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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    Provides direct treatment to residents as directed by and according to the plan of care outlined by the supervising Physical Therapist.
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    Documents resident progress towards meeting established goals.
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    Teaches exercises to residents, family members, and caregivers and may provide instruction in the use and care for orthotic, prosthetic devices, and other assisting apparatus.
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    Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.
    PTA ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
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      Associate Degree from an APTA accredited program
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      Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant
      PTA PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT
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        Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear.
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        Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals.
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        In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
        PTA OTHER REQUIREMENTS
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          Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident's
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          protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.
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          the confidentiality of residents' protected health information.
          PTA Benefits:
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            401K (Matching up to 2%)
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            Annual Performance Evaluations
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            Perfect Attendance Bonus
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            Retention Bonus
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            Paid Time Off
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            Health Insurance
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            Dental Insurance
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            Vision Insurance
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            Disability Insurance
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            Life Insurance
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            Electronic Documentation
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            Employee Appreciation Events

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