What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant position at Mass General Brigham?
Job Title: Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant
About the Job
Mass General Brigham is seeking a dedicated and skilled Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team in East Greenwich, Rhode Island.
Responsibilities:
- Provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to patients with impairments, functional limitations, or disabilities.
- Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
- Educate patients, families, and others as directed by the Physical Therapist.
- Coordinate technical, environmental, and financial resources effectively and efficiently.
Requirements:
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
- Licensed (and in good standing) as a physical therapist assistant in the state of Rhode Island.
- BLS required.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Basic skills in math and computer science.
- Appropriate knowledge of physical therapy treatment techniques to manage the rehabilitation population.
- Effective problem-solving skills for physical therapy treatment planning and execution.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Highly developed communications and interpersonal skills, working with diverse populations.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
- Initiative to prioritize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing situations.
- Attention to detail.
What We Offer:
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs
About Mass General Brigham
We provide a welcoming environment to employees, patients, and families of diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, ages, lifestyles, and physical abilities. Our hospitals are consistently ranked as top hospitals by U.S. World News Report.
