Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient Orthopedic/Sports Medicine

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Job description

About us

Coastal Orthopedic Associates has an opening for a Sports and Orthopedic Physical Therapy Assistant in Beverly, MA. We are professional, agile, innovative and our goal is to provide evidence based and outcome driven care to our patients. We focus on quality relationships with our patient including one hour evaluations with 40 minute follow up treatments. We are technology driven with use of Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) and Telehealth to meet the needs of our patients when and where they need it. Excellent clinical mentoring in Sports and Orthopedics working side by side with some of the top physicians on the North Shore.

Our work environment includes:

New state of the art Sport and Ortho setting (Rogue Rack; SportsArt Treadmill; UBE; Recumbent Bike and Functional Trainer)
Growth opportunities to advance
Generous continuing education budget
Paid Certifications in Functional Movement Systems, TPI, RockTape, CFSC
Paid Holidays
PTO Package

We are looking for an energetic Orthopedic/Sports Physical Therapist Assistant looking to join our growing team. You will provide physical therapy and athletic performance services to patients in our new physical therapy facility located on Conant Street in Beverly, MA. The ideal candidate is an evidence based and outcome driven therapist who is passionate about treating patients and helping they achieve their goals. You are committed to helping patients recover their independence, strength, stability and mobility. This is an exciting opportunity to work side by side with some of the top-rated musculoskeletal care providers on the North Shore. The right candidate is a compassionate professional who encourages and inspires their patients to work toward greater independence and is passionate about improving the way people move. If you loving working with a team who loves what they do and enjoys doing it then this is the position for you.

Responsibilities:

Implement Plan of Treatment on a consistent schedule and adjust this schedule and plan according to patient progress. Utilize Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM) for ongoing patient engagement outside of scheduled clinic appointments.
Evaluate mobility, strength and current level of patient function using objective measures and patient reported outcomes.
Training in Functional Movement Systems (FMS) Screen a plus. Will provide training and ongoing mentoring if not familiar with the FMS/SFMA system of movement.
Report patient progress to patient, primary physical therapist, patient caregivers and loved ones, orthopedic/podiatric providers and healthcare professionals involved in ongoing treatment/care of patients.
Maintain professional and technical knowledge through attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications, team meetings. Paid Medbridge subscription included to all members of therapy staff.
Assist other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for athletic performance and physical therapy.

Qualifications for Physical Therapist Assistant

Proven record of matching patient needs to treatment plans and proven record of implementing these plans safely and effectively.
Strong experience administering a wide range of physical therapy techniques not limited to: manual therapy; applying physical agents; initiating outcome measures; therapeutic exercise, therapeutic activity; neuromuscular re-education.
Knowledge of responsible use of facility equipment, best practices for equipment use and preventative maintenance procedures. Facility includes Rogue Fitness; Sci-Fit; Y-Balance Test and other movement optimization equipment.
Experience with recommending assistive equipment to patients and establishing a home exercise prescription. Experience with implementing RTM a plus.
Experience working with youth sports, team sports and club sports is given additional emphasis.
A strong sense of empathy, a compassionate outlook on PT and the ability to motivate patients in a responsible, safe way.
We are looking for someone with at least 2 years of experience but will also accept CV of new graduates with a passion for Sports/Orthopedics and growing Athletic Performance (CSCS/CPT/CFSC in addition to PT designation).
Associates in Physical Therapy from an accredited physical therapy program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association
Current Physical Therapy Assistant license for Massachusetts

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Orthopedics
Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Education:
Associate (Required)

License/Certification:
Physical Therapy License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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