Physical Therapist Assistant VNA

Job Description SummaryIn collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, provides therapeutic services as part of the rehabilitation process, under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Patient Carea) Provides appropriate and comprehensive treatments in accordance with established departmental and discipline specific standards of care and practice and within insurance parameters as requiredb) Implements patient care using evidence based practicec) Practices within the legal boundaries of Massachusetts license and other professional and governmental agenciesd) Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel as required, such as Rehab aides and volunteers. Delegates duties to other staff appropriately understanding their role, knowledge and capabilitye) Follows the organization's infection control standardsf) Maintains patient safety practices throughout all instances of patient careg) Implements appropriate treatment interventions based on established goals and plan of careh) Provides patient education and/or home exercise program as necessaryi) Interacts with patients and family in a compassionate manner, demonstrating confidence, empathy, sensitivity and patience.j) Supports South Shore Health and department mission, vision and valuesk) Adheres to South Shore Health policies and procedures 2. Documentation/Billinga) Follows department standards for completing all documentation and charge entry b) Writes clear and complete documentation that reflects the patient's current status and ongoing needsc) Adheres to all South Shore Health and department guidelines and standards for documentation regarding timeliness, accuracy and completenessd) Takes responsibility to provide accuracy during handoffe) Accurately performs all aspects of charge capture includingi) Entering charges that reflect the documented treatment providedii) Application of appropriate modifiersiii) Charge correctioniv) Co-treatment and concurrent/group treatment sessions3. Productivitya) Strives to meet 100% productivity standard for primary area(s) 4. Technologya) Possesses a willingness and ability to learn and utilize new technology and procedures that continue to develop in their role and throughout the organizationb) Embraces technological advances that allow us to communicate information effectively and efficiently c) Accurately uses all software applications as needed for job performance 5. Communicationa) Communicates effectively with staff, peers, colleagues, patients and family members in all manners of communication (written, verbal, non-verbal)b) Appropriately uses all forms of South Shore Health communication in accordance with standard practicesc) Responds in a timely manner when feedback is requested 6. Professional Developmenta) Assumes responsibility for maintaining ongoing professional developmentb) Embraces change in clinical practice based on evolving advances in evidence c) Demonstrates willingness to provide supervision of clinical students d) Demonstrates awareness of performance initiatives and incorporates them into practicee) Establishes and strives to achieve annual goalsf) Takes advantage of learning opportunities for professional growth such as attending in-services, conferences, and/or reading professional articles 7. Professional Behaviorsa) Maintain a professional and appropriate manner of conversationb) Maintain composure during stressful situations c) Complete clinical and non-clinical tasks as well as assigned activities according to policies, practice guidelines and assigned deadlinesd) Utilize critical thinking and problem solving in day to day operations as well as in emergent situationse) Communicates appropriately and effectively following chain of commandf) Demonstrates dependability and flexibility in meeting the scheduling needs of the department 8. Non-Essential Functionsa) Demonstrates willingness to identify and/or assume activities relative to the developmental needs of the Health System or departmentb) Performs other duties as assignedJOB REQUIREMENTSMinimum Education - RequiredAssociates degree from accredited physical therapy assistant schoolMinimum Work ExperienceOne (1) year clinical experience preferred; rehabilitation experience desirable.Required Licenses / Registrations PTA - Physical Therapist AssistantMaintain active Physical Therapy Assistant license to practice in MassachusettsRequired Classes/Skills -BLS - Basic Life Support.

Created: 2025-10-28