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Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care

Physical Therapist Assistant

Rehabilitation TherapiesConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAmesbury, MA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate degree from a Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE)-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program is required.
  • Current licensure to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Massachusetts is required.
  • Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification is required.
  • Two years of experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant in an acute care, rehabilitation, or home health setting is required.
  • Staff must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

  • Provide physical therapy services to patients in their homes under the direction of a Registered Physical Therapist.
  • Implement selected components of individualized treatment programs and discharge plans in accordance with the plan of care.
  • Review the plan of care with the supervising Registered Physical Therapist and accept delegated tasks within the limits of capabilities and applicable legal, regulatory, and ethical guidelines.
  • Perform selected visits and interventions as directed by the Registered Physical Therapist.
  • Monitor patients’ responses to the established plan of care and consult with the Registered Physical Therapist when re-evaluation is required.
  • Help educate patients and families about therapeutic exercise programs, functional activities, and the use of assistive devices.
  • Respect and support patients’ and families’ cultural beliefs and values, individual needs, health goals, and treatment preferences.
  • Communicate patients’ needs and changes in their condition to the Registered Physical Therapist.
  • Maintain contact with patients, the supervising Registered Physical Therapist, and the multidisciplinary clinical team to coordinate care.
  • Follow agency confidentiality principles and federal HIPAA guidelines, and complete documentation according to agency timeliness policies.

About the Company

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

Teaching hospital delivering patient-centered medical care

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) serves as a teaching hospital in Boston affiliated with Harvard Medical School, offering a wide range of medical services across inpatient, emergency, outpatient, and urgent care. Its care model centers on delivering high-quality medical treatment to patients, supported by patient access initiatives like OpenNotes, which lets patients view clinicians’ notes online to improve understanding and engagement in their care. The hospital also supports education and research through its affiliation with Harvard, attracting funding for studies and training programs. BIDMC differentiates itself through its patient-centered approach, active patient engagement tools, and a broad network of urgent care centers and outpatient services that extend access to healthcare. The goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible, evidence-based medical care while advancing medical education and research.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$5.4M
Headquarters
Boston, MA
Founded
1996

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