Physical Therapy Aide - Chelsea at Partner's Healthcare in Chelsea, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Site: The General Hospital Corporation


At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.


At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.


Massachusetts General Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy departments are seeking an outpatient aide. This unique position requires cross training in both physical and occupational therapy; however, the primary responsibilities will be in the physical therapy department.
Responsibilities include ordering and maintaining supplies, assisting with patient care under the direction and supervision of a therapist, and maintaining the department's infection control and cleaning procedures and other administrative tasks as assigned.
The physical therapy department primarily treats patients with orthopedic, neurological, cardiopulmonary, pediatric and oncology conditions. This candidate must have good communication skills be well organized and someone that could initiate work on their own. This position is excellent for anyone who is interested in pursuing physical therapy, occupational therapy or any other allied health care job. It provides you with excellent patient care experience and a supportive environment.



Job Summary
This position performs clinical tasks such as applying superficial heat/cold modalities, performing therapeutic exercise programs, functional training and patient ambulation by following direction/delegation by a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. The PT Aide prepares patient waiting and treatment areas for treatment sessions, including maintaining and ordering linen/supplies and equipment inventory/maintenance. In addition, the position performs registration and scheduling for the PT team as required.



Qualifications


Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required; CPR certification preferred.


Effective interpersonal and communication skills and strong computer skills are required to succeed in this position. This would be an ideal position for someone pursuing a PT degree.



Additional Job Details (if applicable)


Part-time benefited 20 hours per week.


Mainly Tuesday and Thursday, flexibility a plus



Remote Type


Onsite



Work Location


151 Everett Avenue



Scheduled Weekly Hours


20



Employee Type


Regular



Work Shift


Day (United States of America)



EEO Statement:


The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.



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