Physical Therapist - Nursing Home jobs in Chicopee, MA

Chicopee Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is now hiring a PRN in-house Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide direct patient care services under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant will be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required.

PTA Duties Include:

· Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist.

· Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referral to Registered Physical Therapist.

· Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with RPT supervision

· Measuring & recording residents motor function, strength and muscle performance

· Monitors patient responses to treatments and modifies it during treatment sessions as necessary.

· Observe residents and write progress reports.

CAREER ADVANTAGES:

· In-house opportunity

· Practice in an environment built on integrity and progressive, ethical care

· Clinical expertise and training available

· Electronic documentation system

· Work collaboratively with a supportive team of therapists and nursing staff

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