Physical Therapy Assistant- Full time
Grace Cottage Hospital · Townshend, VT · 1 mo ago
On-siteFull-time
About the role
Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities of treatment as supervised by the staff physical therapist.
Qualifications
- Advanced degree from an accredited program
- Completion of all state and national requirements for licensure/certification
- VT License
- Registration with national office
- CPR certification
- Ability to work independently
- Pay attention to details
- Multitask
- Follow set procedures
Responsibilities
- Administers treatments and physical agents as directed by the staff physical therapist, after the physical therapist has completed evaluation of patient
- Assist with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability
- Notify physical therapist of patient status changes, progression of program as appropriate
- Communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, visitors
- Participates in operational aspects of the department, maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in CQI activities
- Participates in all infection control, departmental equipment training, organizational safety and emergency preparedness programs
Benefits
- Rich Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Tuition and Loan Reimbursement
- Generous Earned Time Off Package
- Responsive Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Motivations and Incentives