Physical Therapist Assistant

Advocate Healthcare of East Boston, a premiere senior care provider, is now hiring a Full-Time Physical Therapist Assistant to join our in-house therapy team.

Premium per diem wages
Consistent PRN opportunities
Flexible schedule

To be considered you will need

Graduation from an accredited school of physical therapist assistant is required
At least one year of experience as a PTA
Experience with Net Health

Resident Care:

Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist
Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Physical Therapist
Implements and modifies the patient's physical therapy plan of treatment with PT supervision.
Measures & records patient's motor function, strength, and muscle performance
Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.

Training/Education:

Participate in collaborative care conferences
Coordinate and provide training with Restorative Nursing and other Care staff
Provide education and training to patient, caregiver, and community partners
Assist with training and education of facility and professional partners
Ensure compliance with mandatory education, training and competency programs
Participation in PTA student development and educational programs