Part-time Physical Therapist Assistant
Functional Pathways
2 days ago
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About
- Job Details
- Job Location: Londonderry, NH 03053
- Position Type: Part Time
- Functional Pathways is currently hiring at Baldwin Senior Living in Londonderry, NH for a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Why Choose Functional Pathways: At Functional Pathways, we offer a supportive family environment, ethical care, innovation, and a strong focus on values and customer service. Join us in making a positive impact on our residents' lives!
- Job Summary: The Physical Therapist Assistant shall implement the plan of care as established by the RPT and the physician in a professional, competent manner, upholding excellence with quality of care.
Responsibilities/Requirements
- Screen all residents in facility on a quarterly basis, to identify those who have experienced declines in their functional abilities and determine if Physical Therapy intervention is indicated.
- Carry out treatment program according to plan of care in consultation with Registered Physical Therapist
- Identify the need for modification of treatment plan and consult with Registered Physical Therapist.
- Monitor and report resident performance and progress.
- Assist Registered Physical Therapist in re-assessment of patients. Assist in determining need for continued services or discontinuation of services based on patient progress.
- Assist Registered Physical Therapist in discharge planning.
- Supervise Rehab Therapy Aides.
- Educate staff, family and care givers as indicated.
- Identify needs for program development and implement programs according to company policies and procedures.
- Identify equipment needs of Physical Therapy Dept. and order equipment according to company and facility policy.
- Complete all required documentation according to guidelines specified in Documentation Manual.
- Coordinate in-services for facility staff as needed is determined, to ensure safe and effective carryover of Maintenance/Restorative Programs and overall call of the residents.
- Attend all facility required meetings.
- Promote profession within facility, including coordinating special events during National Physical Therapy Month.
- Attend Continuing Education courses specific to current position.
- Always carry out all job responsibilities in a professional manner.
- Qualifications
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant program from an accredited institution.
- Certification and licensure requirements as established by state and national board associations.
- Active state license required.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Possess current working knowledge of Functional Pathways policies and procedures, clinical programs with application skills to therapy disciplines.
- Completion of all required screenings, certifications, and licensure. Screening requirements may vary by location.
- **Please be aware this is a job summary, not an all-inclusive listing of the tasks and duties for this position.




