Physical Therapist Assistant-PTA

Mission

The Natick Walpole VNA is committed to a traditional, yet innovative approach of providing highly skilled compassionate home health care to the communities it serves. The NWVNA continually strives to be responsive to patient and community needs, to promote healthy lifestyles, and facilitate independence and resourcefulness to enable people to remain in their own homes, thereby enhancing their quality of life.

Job Summary: To provide Physical Therapy services, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, to patients and families in their homes.

Responsibilities:

· Provide care and services in accordance with the plan of care.

· Assist community members and health field personnel to assess, plan for, and provide needed health and related services.

· Document care provided in an accurate and timely manner.

· Provides teaching to clients and families.

· Coordinate and collaborate with other members of the health care team, community agencies, and referral sources.

· Communicate the care plan with patients and families and insures understanding of the exercise program prescribed.

· Responsive to meeting or exceeding patient/client expectations and promotes a positive image of NWVNA.

· Adhere to HIPAA laws, maintains patient confidentiality, and adheres to all agency policies and procedures.

· Attends continuing education programs.

· Other duties assigned by the department manager.

 

Requirements/Qualifications:

· Associate’s degree and graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy program.

· One year of physical therapy experience is preferred.

· Possesses and maintains CPR Certification

· Possess valid driver’s license

Skills/Competencies

· Demonstrates responsibility for self-direction

· Demonstrates the ability to learn and utilize computer technology

· Effective communication skills

· The ability to work in a team-oriented environment as well as independently

 

Work Environment

  • Must demonstrate the ability to work in team-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work independently in the home care setting.