PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Job Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the direction of a Physical Therapist, assists the Therapist in implementing treatment programs according to a plan of care, i.e. training patients in exercises, conducting treatments using special equipment, administrating modalities and other treatment procedures, as well as reporting the patient's response to the Physical Therapist.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist patients with exercises, therapeutic activities, and functional tasks as prescribed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Implement treatment plans and interventions designed to improve patients' mobility, strength, flexibility, and overall functional abilities.
• Report to the Physical Therapist any change in reaction of a patient to a particular modality or treatment program.
• Monitor and record patients' progress during treatment sessions, documenting changes and reporting them to the Physical Therapist and Medical Provider.
• Help patients use assistive devices and equipment, such as crutches, walkers, and wheelchairs, while providing proper instruction.
• Perform therapeutic exercises, range of motions, and manual techniques as directed by the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients and their families on proper exercise techniques, home exercise programs, and self-care strategies.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to provide updates on patients' progress and address any concerns.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, documenting treatment sessions, progress, and any changes in patients' conditions.
• Collaborate with the supervising Physical Therapist to ensure proper continuity of care and treatment plan adjustments.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.

PTA for minimum of 1 years

RI licensure required

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE) and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation's top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.