Physical Therapy Assistant
Location: Everett Massachusetts
Description: Genesis HealthCare is employing Physical Therapy Assistant right now, this career will be placed in Massachusetts. For complete informations about this career opportunity kindly see the descriptions. Area of Interest : Rehabilitation Services - PT Position Type : Full Time - Permanent Relocation Approved : Recruiter : Haddad, Sheryl-Lynn Job Description : Genesis Rehabilitation Se! rvices is looking for a remarkable Physical Therapy Assistant in Everett, MA! At Genesis Rehabilitation Services, you can really care for your patients â€" and your thoughts, opinions and expertise will always be respected. Our benefits package is outstanding. And our regular shifts help you balance your career and your personal life.
Genesis HealthCare is one of the nation's largest skilled nursing care providers with more than 400 skilled nursing centers and assisted living residences in 28 states nationwide. Genesis also supplies rehabilitation therapy to over 1,500 healthcare providers in 46 states. And right now, we have opportunities near you. So apply today.
For a remarkable PTA, it’s a remarkable opportunity. POSITION SUMMARY: The Physical Therapist Assistant provides physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Acts as an ! assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapis! t is performing tests, evaluations, and complex procedures.
2. Implements patient’s individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist, providing individualized physical therapy treatments including therapy such as therapeutic exercise including aerobic capacity conditioning, balance coordination, agility training, body mechanics and postural stabilization, flexibility exercises, gait and locomotion training, neuromotor development training, relaxation, strength, power, and endurance training; functional training; manual therapy; airway clearance techniques; integumentary repair and protection; use of electrotherapeutic, physical agent and mechanical modalities. 3. Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
4. Attends and contributes to patient care, staffing conferences and other required meetings as ! a representative of physical therapy, under the direction of the physical therapist. 5. Maintains appropriate and timely documentation for all patients treated.
6. Puts Patient Service First: Ensures that patients and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals’ needs and rights. 7. Organizes and facilitates treatment groups in collaboration with the physical therapist.
PTA1 Qualifications : QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program certified by the American Physical Therapy Association. 2. Licensed and/or eligible for licensure as required by the state of practice.
As one of the nation’s largest long-term care and rehabilitation providers, we offer a generous and wide-ranging compensation and benefits package from day one, including: • Medical/dental/vision insurances • Company-paid life insurance and short-t! erm disability • Voluntary insurance programs • 401(k) Program • ! Continuing Education Programs • Leadership Training Program • Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts • Extensive paid leave • Service awards • Generous Elder Care benefit for family members For immediate consideration, please email your resume to sheryl-lynn.haddad@genesishcc.com PI59964796 Category: Physical Therapy
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This career starts available on: Mon, 22 Apr 2013 07:47:15 GMT