Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient, Full Time - Pawtucket, RI

Site: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation

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Job Summary

Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient - Full-Time 40 hours

Spaulding Rehabilitation - Pawtucket, RI

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will treat patients requiring physical therapy under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Serves Physical Therapy Patients by reviewing physical therapist interpretations of patient evaluations and test results; interviewing patients; performing physical examinations; recommending options and courses of action to physical therapists; giving normal growth and development information; promoting wellness and health maintenance.

• Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provide results to physical therapist in person or through progress notes.
• Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, or supportive devices, such as crutches as needed per site.
• Instructs patients and their families in appropriate exercise program and in use of equipment.
• Clean work area and check and store equipment after treatment.
• Confer with physical therapy staff or others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, or coordinating treatment.
• Document treatments and notes as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all policies and standards
  
  

Qualifications

Education/Degree

Required - Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Licensure - Licensed (and in good standing) as a physical therapist assistant in the state of Rhode Island.

Skills (Specific learned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding, presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)

Required

• BLS required.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the English language.
• Basic skills in math and computer science.
• Appropriate knowledge of physical therapy treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population.
• Effective problem solving skills for physical therapy treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient’s age, psychosocial, cultural and religious background.
• Basic skills in teaching other and self assessment of learning needs, strengths, and professional goals.
• Safely execute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self or patients. Demonstrates the ability to assess and interact with patients and families using the theories of human growth and development, family systems, and cultural background.
• Computer proficiency required. Microsoft office applications preferred with ability to learn new software.
• Maintain variable work schedule depending on hospital/program needs to provide patient care (evening, holidays, weekend and travel).
  
  

Preferred

• Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse population.
• Work independently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.
• Anticipates challenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.
• High level of service delivery.
• Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines and adapt to changing situations.
• Attention to detail.
  
  

Additional Job Details (if Applicable)

Additional Job Description

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

123 Main Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement

Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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