Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant Life Care Center of Wilbraham
Wilbraham, MA Employment Status: PRN Shift: All Live the Mission
Position Summary The PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant provides direct
rehab care in physical therapy to patients upon physician referral under
the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT) in accordance with
all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Education,
Experience, and Licensure Requirements Graduate of an accredited program
in physical therapy (ASPT) Currently registered/licensed in applicable
State. Must maintain an active license in good standing throughout
employment. One (1) year experience in post acute care or related
setting preferred CPR certification upon hire or obtain during
orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Specific Job Requirements Participates in community health
matters/projects as appropriate Must be proficient in Microsoft Word,
Excel, and e mail Liaisons with patients, families, support departments,
etc., to adequately plan for patient needs Demonstrate good body
mechanics at all times Make independent decisions when circumstances
warrant such action Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as
the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post
acute care facility Implement and interpret the programs, goals,
objectives, policies, and procedures of the department Perform
proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to:
patient rights, and safety and sanitation Maintains professional working
relationships with all associates, vendors, etc. Maintains
confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
Understand and follow company policies including harassment and
compliance procedures Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering
to Life Care\'s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct
and other appropriate compliance training Essential Functions Follow
physical therapy treatment plans for patients under direction of the
supervising PT Chart appropriately and timely Utilize therapy software
appropriately and accurately Exhibit excellent customer service and a
positive attitude towards patients Assist in the evacuation of patients
Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance Concentrate and use reasoning
skills and good judgment Communicate and function productively on an
interdisciplinary team Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk,
reach, and move intermittently during working hours Read, write, speak,
and understand the English language An Equal Opportunity Employer