Massachusetts Veterans Jobs

The state operated Veterans Home at Chelsea is an independent state agency consisting of long-term care and a domiciliary which are independent living quarters for our veterans. The care and services provided by the Veterans Homes are supported by an extraordinary group of staff working to meet the needs of our veterans. The ideal incumbent\'s role as the Physical Therapist Assistant will be to provide physical therapy services to maximize independent function, enhance development, and prevent disability to the residents of the Veterans Home at Chelsea. DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Works under the direction of a licensed PT, providing direct and indirect treatment to residents as indicated. 2. Assists the PT in assessing veteran?s functional abilities and developing individualized treatment plans. 3. Guides residents through therapeutic exercises and activities, providing hands-on assistance and encouragement as needed. Trains and monitors residents and staff in physical therapy-related activities, including appropriate set up, maintenance, and use of therapeutic/adaptive equipment, including wheelchairs, walkers, and other associated devices. 5. Documents all physical therapy-related services according to facility policy and reports observations to the supervising PT. 6. Educates residents, families, and caregivers on adaptive techniques/strategies to promote independence and safety in daily activities. 7. Coordinates with other disciplines to assure optimal care, including attendance at interdisciplinary meetings. 8. Communicates effectively with residents, staff, families, and colleagues. 9. Understands and supports departmental goals and objectives. 10. Participates in team meetings and continuing education opportunities for professional growth and to stay updated on best practices in physical therapy and long-term care. 11. Maintains a clean and safe treatment environment including proper storage and organization of equipment and supplies. 12. Adheres to the American Physical Therapy Association Code of Ethics and Guide for Professional Conduct. 13. Supports the supervising PT in the establishment or revision of policies, procedures and standards. 14. May provide training to applicable students. QUALIFICATIONS PREFFERED AT HIRE: 1. Knowledge of the science, theory, principles, and terminology associated with the practice of physical therapy. 2. Knowledge of physical therapy evaluation skills, treatment principles and techniques, preferably in skilled nursing and long-term care facility settings. 3. Ability to understand, explain and apply the policies, procedures, standards and guidelines governing physical therapy and rehabilitation activities. 4. Ability to use sound clinical judgement. 5. Ability to communicate using good interpersonal skills. 6. Ability to work alongside the supervising PT cooperatively and openly and receive feedback on performance. 7. Ability to motivate and establish rapport with residents. 8. Ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare general reports. QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB: 1. Knowledge of facility and departmental operating systems including laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing practice. 2. Knowledge of types and use of agency forms. 3. Knowledge of the methods used in employee performance evaluations. 4. Growth in clinical judgement, communications skills, and interpersonal relations.