Physical Therapist Assistant PTA at Chelsea Jewish Lifecare

Peabody, Massachusetts, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jun, 26

Salary

41.0

Posted On

14 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Therapy Treatments, Supervision, State Practice Acts Compliance, Assisting Evaluations, Reassessments, Treatment Plan Development, Goal Setting, Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Intervention Monitoring, Interdisciplinary Communication, Patient Education, Documentation, Licensure Maintenance, Productivity Maintenance, Infection Control

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Physcial Therapist Assistant (PTA) | Senior Living $39 - $41/hr | Full-Time Days (30 hours) Jeffery & Susan Brudnick Center for Living | Chelsea Jewish Lifecare Start a meaningful career as a Physical Therapist Assistant with Chelsea Jewish Lifecare at our Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living community! Make a difference in someone's life every day. Chelsea Jewish Lifecare, celebrating life through the Jewish tradition Why Join Us? Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others! Competitive Pay: $39 - 41/hr based on experience. Schedule: Full-Time, 30 hours per week, available! Shift Times: We are flexible to a 7:30AM or 8:30AM start time, with an end time of 2:00PM or 3:00PM. Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve! Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours. What You'll Do: Provide physical therapy treatments to residents under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist in accordance with state practice acts. Assist the Physical Therapist with evaluations, reassessments, and development of treatment plans including problem lists and short- and long-term goals. Deliver individual, group, and supervised therapy sessions as outlined in the treatment plan and monitor residents’ responses to interventions. Communicate with the Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team to coordinate care and adjust treatment plans when needed. Educate residents, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques, adaptive equipment, orthotics, and prosthetics. Complete accurate documentation, maintain required licensure/credentials, and record billable treatment time in compliance with department standards. Maintain productivity, safety, infection control, confidentiality, and professional relationships while supporting quality assurance initiatives and other assigned duties. What You'll Need: Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program Current state licensure or ability to sit for board certification prior to start date Ability to clearly and concisely communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of management staff Ability to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, equipment and/or residents Must be able to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend or crouch regularly Must be able to use hands to manipulate tools, equipment, or controls Must be able to reach with hands and arms, balance, lift and perform medium to maximum transfer assists with residents Must have visual and hearing acuity sufficient to assess resident safety and the ability of members Proficient in reading, writing, and following instructions in English Benefits Available for Qualified Positions: Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, company-funded Life Insurance, and optional STD, LTD, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage. Financial and educational support, such as a 403(b) retirement plan, Flexible Spending Account, and tuition reimbursement. Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday. Great workplace perks, including free meals, free parking, and a state-of-the-art facility with an inclusive, supportive culture. Rewarding career opportunities within an outstanding and well-recognized organization Ready to apply? Start a meaningful career and apply today to become a Certified Nursing Assistant CNA at Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living. To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide physical therapy treatments to residents under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, assisting with evaluations and developing treatment plans including problem lists and goals. Responsibilities also include delivering individual and group therapy sessions, coordinating care with the team, educating residents and families, and completing accurate documentation.