Physical Therapy Assistant

Company: Mass General Brigham
Location: Braintree
Posted on: September 29, 2024

Job Description:

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a job in Braintree, Massachusetts.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant
• Discipline: Therapy
• Duration: Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: StaffAt Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package.Mass General Brigham Home Care, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. At Mass General Brigham, we believe in equal access to quality care, employment and advancement opportunities encompassing the full spectrum of human diversity: race, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, religion, ethnicity, national origin and all the other forms of human presence and expression that make us better able to provide innovative and cutting-edge healthcare and research. Description Mass General Brigham Home Care serves patients from rehabilitation after illness or injury, to chronic disease management. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality specialized care designed to meet the patients' unique needs with the goal of optimizing independence and quality of life. Our clinicians are highly skilled and able to function both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team. We value the uniqueness of our employees who are a reflection of the communities and patients that we serve. Our attractive and comprehensive benefits package is designed to meet the needs of our employees. This position will work in Roxbury, Dorchester and Jamaica Plain towns. Job Summary Provide physical therapy services, under the direction of a registered physical therapist to patients in their place of residence , who have physical impairments, resulting from injury, disease, disability or other causes. Patients may range in age from birth to over 100 years. Collaborate with patient, family, physician and other allied health professionals to identify patient needs and coordinate services to meet those needs. Key Activities
  --- Daily documentation is thorough and timely
  --- Application of standard treatment procedures
  --- Teaching is provided to patients and caregivers Qualifications and Experience
  --- Two years experience in acute care, rehab or homecare as a Physical Therapy Assistant
  --- Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in Massachusetts
  --- Proficient computer skills and ability to learn other software applications
  --- Excellent customer service skills and able to work with diverse populations
  --- Strong verbal, written and electronic communications skills
  --- Travel required within PHH's geographic area
  --- Ability to work with various computer software required and knowledge of hand-held patient care computer devices Mass General Brigham Job ID # Posted job title: Physical Therapy AssistantAbout Mass General BrighamJoin the Mass General Brigham teamLearn from others and be inspired. Work hard to solve for unknowns. Chase solutions. Be a part of something greater.At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts.We're helping patients get the best care possible by working on digital health experience, analyzing big data to streamline the delivery of care, and reaching out to medically complex patients to better understand their needs. Together, we're connecting premier hospitals and health professionals to help serve patients and communities with high-quality, safe, and accessible care.Mass General Brigham provides a welcoming environment to employees, patients, and families of diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, ages, lifestyles, and physical abilities.Our hospitals are consistently ranked as top hospitals by U.S. World News Report.Benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Employee assistance programs

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