Physical Therapist Assistant PTA
vantage at west springfieldWest Springfield (MA)
Physical Therapist Assistant PTA
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vantage at west springfieldWest Springfield (MA)
Physical Therapist AssistantsOffices of Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapists, and Audiologists
SENIORITY
Mid
About the role
Job Description: Job Description Physical Therapist
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate of an accredited PT program Current PT license, in good standing with the State Licensing board Minimum of one (1) year PT experience, in corresponding setting Federal-State - and GHR required credentials current on file Cognitive skills as related to the positionPOSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans and administers medically prescribed physical therapy treatment for patients suffering from injuries, or muscle, nerve, joint and bone diseases, to restore function, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Reviews physician's referral (prescription) and patient's condition and medical records to determine physical therapy treatment required Test and measures patient's strength, motor development, sensory perception, functional capacity, and respiratory and circulatory efficiency, and records findings to develop or revise treatment programs. Plans and prepares written treatment program based on evaluation of patient data Instructs, motivates, and assists patient to perform various physical activities, such as non-manual exercise, ambulatory functional activities, daily-living activities, and in use of assistant and supportive devices, such as crutches, canes, and prostheses Administers treatments involving application of physical agents, using equipment, such as hydrotherapy tanks and whirlpool baths, moist packs, ultraviolet and infrared lamps, and ultrasound machines Evaluates effects of treatment at various stages and adjusts treatments to achieve maximum Records treatment, response, and progress in patient's chart or enters information into computer
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