Home Care- Physical Therapist Assistant

Summary
Under direction, responsible to treat patients requiring physical therapy. Serves 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. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
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.

Education
Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Physical Therapist Assistant [Mass License] -HR Only required

Experience
experience completing internship or apprenticeship program 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- Teaching others how to do something.
- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Actively looking for ways to help people.

Physical Requirements
Standing Frequently (34-66%)
Walking Frequently (34-66%)
Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
Climbing Rarely (Less than... For full info follow application link.

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