Part time Physical Therapy Assistant

Location

Shirley, MA | United States

Job description

Our Physical Therapist Assistant, under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist, will help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage pain.

• Must have associate’s degree from an accredited physical therapist assistant program.

Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Physical Therapist Assistant license required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.

Responsibilities:

• Observes patients before, during, and after therapy, noting the patient’s status and reporting it to a physical therapist.
• Helps patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care.
• Treats patients, using a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching.
• Uses devices and equipment, such as walkers, to help patients.
• Educates patients and family members about what to do after treatment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
• Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for deviations.
• Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of instructions and apply knowledge to different factual situations.
• Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.
• Must be able to work under stress on a regular or continuous basis.
• Post orders, if applicable, per site contract.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Wellpath is an EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Employer

Experience patient-centered healthcare in a safe, supportive and career growth oriented environment.We are a public healthcare company caring for under-served patients in correctional settings, psychiatric hospitals and residential treatment facilities. Our journey begins with a belief in compassionate care and the way to succeed is by helping our people grow and succeed in their careers.

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Salary

$21 - $24 per hour