Job Description

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$24.76 - $30.69 - $39.05

PTA

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Rehabilitation, a comprehensive rehab program providing services throughout western Massachusetts is looking for a full time PTA to join our team in Longmeadow, MA.

Come join this supportive and skilled team and grow your skills further.

New grad applicants accepted.

Resume required with application

SCHEDULE:

• Out-patient (Monday - Friday); Clinic hours are M-Th 7a-7p, Fri 7a-5p

• Full-time 40-hours

LOCATION:

• 21 Dwight Road, Longmeadow, MA

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Excellent Compensation

• High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

• Generous PTO - up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases

• Continuing education support and reimbursement

• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

• Farm Share Memberships

• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service

• Free money coach advice from a certified professional

• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health

• Adoption assistance

• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

• Life insurance

• Work-life integration

• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

• Massachusetts Physical Therapy Assistant Licensure

• ?American Heart Association BLS Provider CPR

• New grads welcome to apply

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve - apply today - YOU belong at Baystate!

OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

For more information, please visit us online at: baystatehealthjobs.com or interact with us socially at facebook.com/BaystateCareers or on Twitter @BaystateCareers. All correspondence can be directed to recruiter:

Melanie.Bischoff@baystatehealth.org

Summary:

Under the direction of a licensed physical therapist, performs a variety of physical therapy activities to assist in the treatment of patients. Executes plans of care established by a physical therapist and communicates changes in patient status in a timely manner. Adheres to standards of practice and follows policy and procedures to ensure safe and effective patient treatments and functional outcomes. Incumbent is expected to perform other similar duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Provides treatment and follows up clients on an inpatient, outpatient basis. Provides age-appropriate care to patients as assigned. Demonstrated knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups (infant/child, adolescence, adult and older, geriatrics) .

2) Applies treatment plan to patients within established procedures and time frames, as determined by each discipline.

3) Completes necessary documentation to comply with professional standards department procedures for initial consult, progress notes, clinical conference notes, and dictate reports

4) Provides information to patients, families, caregivers, and other health care personnel involved with patient management

5) Provides information to patients, families, caregivers, and other health care personnel involved with patient management.

6) Completes department operational procedures, including scheduling, billing, equipment usage, time-off requests and caseload coverage assignments.

7) Demonstrates relevant knowledge and application of clinical skills in treatment of patients.

8) Meets productivity expectations as determined by the department standards.

9) Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations

10) Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols

11) Conveys information obtained from continuing education programs to staff by developing and conducting in-service training programs as well as participate in research article reviews and community programs.

12) Assists with on-the-job orientation and training for student interns

Skills and Competencies:

1) Entry Level PTA skills, Physiological Knowledge, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment, Motivating Others, Legal Compliance, Quality Focus, Bedside Manner, Clinical Skills, Pain Management, Persistence, Energy Level

Education:

Associates Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Physical Therapy Assistant - OtherOtherOther

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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