Physical Therapy Assistant Salary in Salem, NH

Meadow View Health and Rehab is now hiring a Physical Therapist! “The staff are very outgoing and friendly. They truly care about their residents and families. I have a loved one that resides there and couldn't be happier with the care they receive.”       - Family Member, Meadow View Health and Rehabilitation The Physical Therapist implements, with minimal supervision, skilled physical therapy services for patients, caregivers and centers in accordance with the principles and practices of physical therapy and within ASC Therapies and Wellness policies and procedures. The PT screens and evaluates patients to determine skilled therapy needs and develops initial and ongoing care.  are the core values for American Senior Communities.  ASC Therapies Mentorship Program Structured 9 month mentorship program Dedicated Mentor Scheduled meetings as part of normal work week Opportunity to clinically collaborate with experienced clinicians  What’s in it for you? Benefits and perks include: Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available  Employees can access convenient telehealth services 401k PTO CEU Funds Available Workforce Chaplains Partnering with Accelerated Care Plus (ACP) to provide clinical support, evidence-based programs and approved CEU’s Lucrative employee referral bonus program Tuition assistance and certification reimbursement* Continued education opportunities through Purdue Global & O2NE scholarship program Employee assistance program & wellness support Retail, food & entertainment discounts, and so much more *Terms and conditions apply Requirements Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy Indiana therapy license or ability to obtain one Excellent communication and Interpersonal skills Compassion, empathy and a positive attitude About American Senior Communities Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., they are our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large. American Senior Communities has proudly delivered patient centered care since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Each of our 80+ American Senior Community is part of the neighborhood in which it exists. Our leaders and staff live in surrounding areas and know the community well. We value the same things in life that you do. The foundation of our senior living communities is based on the knowledge that we’ll be part of your neighborhood for many, many years. We take great pride in our hospitality and it is ingrained in everything we do. As partners in senior care, we are not just doing a job, but following a calling.  We are Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Therapy and Wellness

ASK ABOUT OUR NEW INCREASED RATES AND DIFFERENTIALS!Contact Anne Paradise, Nurse Recruiter, at [email protected] psychiatry servicesInpatient, outpatient, and partial programsSalem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, offers inpatient and outpatient services for adults and adolescents over 16, including an adult partial hospital program, ECT therapy and neuropsychological assessment. Our child psychiatry services include an adolescent partial hospital program, inpatient, neuropsychological assessment, and outpatient therapy and family support. We also have a dedicated psychiatry program for older adults. We work closely with Massachusetts General Hospital, McLean Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital.Child & Adolescent Psychiatry:Salem Hospital offers a safe haven for children and adolescents with depression, anxiety, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, and other behavioral problems. We provide outpatient psychotherapy and psychopharmacology services, a partial hospital program for adolescents, and an inpatient program for children ages 3-17. Inpatient services are provided on a dedicated pediatric floor in our new Epstein Center for Behavioral Health.Adult Psychiatry:Salem Hospital provides comprehensive psychiatric services for adult patients ages 16 and older.Inpatient services for adult patients are provided on two dedicated floors in the Epstein Center for Behavioral Health (60 beds). We have an adult partial hospital program as well as outpatient mental health services for adults.Senior Psychiatry:Salem Hospital, a member of Mass General Brigham, offers comprehensive care for older patients who are experiencing acute psychiatric disorders, especially those complicated by medical or neurological problems (including patients in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease). Our adult and geriatric psychiatry specialists work with psychologists, social workers, mental health assistants, psychiatric nurses, dietitians, and occupational and physical therapists to provide the newest approved treatments.Qualifications Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing. Position requires a Valid/Current license to practice as a RN in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.BLS required.Bachelor's Degree is preferred. ACLS preferred.EEO Statement Salem Hospital 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.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team as a Registered Nurse Applicant, under the direction or supervision of a Staff Registered Nurse, to ensure provision of quality patient care on a daily basis in accordance with FMS policies, procedures, and training. Supports the FMCNA's mission, vision, values, and customer service philosophy. Supports the FMCNA commitment to the Quality Enhancement Program (QEP) and CQI Activities, including those related to patient satisfaction and actively participates in process improvement activities that enhance the likelihood that patients will achieve the FMCNA Quality Enhancement Goals (QEP). Adheres to all requirements of the FMCNA Compliance Program, and FMS patient care and administrative policies. Employees hired into this position will be required to obtain their nursing license and registration within the timeframe outlined in state specific regulations, or within 90 days from hire date, whichever comes sooner.PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:STAFF RELATED:Directs Patient Care Technician's provision of safe and effective delivery of chronic hemodialysis therapy to patients in compliance with standards outlined in the facility policy procedure manuals, as well as regulations set forth by the corporation, state, and federal agencies.Delegates tasks to all direct patient care staff including but not limited to LVN/LPNs, Patient Care Technicians, and Dialysis Assistants.Assesses daily patient care needs and develops appropriate patient care assignments.Routinely monitors patient care staff for appropriate techniques and adherence to facility policy and procedures.Participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assignedParticipates in all required staff meetings as scheduled.PATIENT RELATED:Education:Ensures educational needs of patients and family are met regarding End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).Provides ongoing education to patients regarding their renal disease, vascular access and dialysis therapy, and other related health conditions.Discusses with patient, and records education related to diet/fluid and medication compliance.Provides patient specific detailed education regarding adequacy measures where applicable - Online Clearance Monitoring (OLC), Adequacy Monitoring Program (AMP), Urea Kinetic Modeling (UKM).Ensures transplant awareness, modality awareness, and drive catheter reduction.Educates patients regarding laboratory values and the relationship to adequate dialysis therapy, compliance with treatment schedule, medications, and fluid.Dialysis Treatment:Provides safe and effective delivery of care to patients with ESRD.Accurately implements treatment prescriptions including Sodium (Na) modeling prescription, and Ultrafiltration modeling (where appropriate) to ensure stable treatment therapy as indicated.Assesses patients' response to hemodialysis treatment therapy, making appropriate adjustments and modifications to the treatment plan as indicated by the prescribing physician. Communicates problems or concerns to the Team Leader or physician.Identifies and communicates patient related issues to Team Leader or physician.Initiates Initial and Annual Nursing Assessment, and ongoing evaluation and documentation of patient care needs according to FMC Policies and Procedures.Actively participates in the pre evaluation, initiation, monitoring, termination, access homeostasis, and post evaluation of patients receiving hemodialysis treatment therapy according to established FMC procedures.Takes appropriate intervention for changes in patient adequacy status and troubleshooting access flow issues as identified by OLC/AMP yellow lights.Provides, supervises (if applicable), and monitors hemodialysis access care according to established procedures.Implements, administers, monitors, and documents patient's response to prescribed interdialytic transfusions, including appropriate notification of adverse reactions to physician and appropriate blood supplier.Ensures accurate and complete documentation by Patient Care Technician on the Hemodialysis Treatment Sheet. Laboratory-related:Reviews, transcribes, and enters physician lab orders accurately into the Medical Information System.Ensures appropriate preparation of lab requisitions for Spectra or alternate lab.Ensures correct labs tubes are utilized for prescribed lab specimens and that lab draw and processing procedures are performed appropriately for all lab samples.Identifies and ensures appropriate follow-through regarding missed labs and specimens reported to be insufficient according to company policies and procedures.Ensures all specimens are appropriately packaged according to Department of Transportation (DOT) policies and procedures relating to shipment of blood or body fluid specimens and potentially hazardous material.Ensures that all labs are directed and delivered to appropriate labs.Reports alert/panic and abnormal labs results to appropriate physician.Ensures lab results are forwarded to physicians as requested. General duties:Enforces all company approved policies and procedures, as well as regulations set forth by state and federal agencies and departments.Maintains overall shift operation in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.Act as a resource for other staff members.Routinely meets with the Clinical Manager to discuss personnel and patient care status, issues, and information.Collaborate and communicate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team to interpret, adjust, and coordinate care provided to the patient.Provides assistance as needed to patients regarding prescription refills according to FMCNA Policies.Ensures all physician orders are transcribed and entered into the Medical Information system in a timely manner.Oversees all documentation of patient information.Maintains facility drug list for all required stock medications.Maintains competency with all emergency operational procedures, and initiates CPR and emergency measures in the event of a cardiac and/or respiratory arrest.Ensures verification and availability of adequate emergency equipment.Ensures provision of appropriate vaccinations, immunizations, and annual Tuberculosis (TB) testing.Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification if indicated.Administers PRN medications as prescribed and completes appropriate documentation of assessment of effectiveness.Maintains appropriate recording of controlled substances as required by law.Assists with the coordination of patient transportation if necessary.MAINTENANCE/TECHNICAL:Ensures a clean, safe, and sanitary environment in the dialysis facility treatment area.Ensures competency in the operation of all dialysis-related equipment safely and effectively.Ensures all patient stations, including machines and chairs, are clean and free of blood and placed appropriately.Ensures that all blood spills are immediately addressed according to FMCNA Bloodborne Pathogen Control Policies.MEDICAL RECORDS & DOCUMENTATION:GeneralEnsures all relevant data including physician orders, lab results, vital signs and treatment parameters, and patient status are documented appropriately and entered into Medical Information System.Ensures all appropriate patient related treatment data is entered into the Medical Information System.Ensures all FMCNA policies regarding patient admission, transfer, and discharge are appropriately implemented.Ensures and verify accuracy of Patient Care Technician documentation. DailyReviews and ensures appropriate daily completion of Hemodialysis Treatment Sheets by all patient care staff.Ensures that all appropriate procedures are followed regarding opening and closing procedures, inclusive of monitoring that all staff and patients have safely left the premises.MonthlyInitiates, documents, and completes ongoing Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) activities including monthly reports.Completes monthly nurses' progress note.Ensures patient medical records are complete with appropriate information, documentation, and identification on each page (Addressograph label is on all chart forms).Reviews transplant status and follows established procedure regarding appropriate action to be taken.Completes patient care plans for new patients within the initial 30 days or any patients deemed unstable requiring monthly patient care plans.Completes any long-term programs that are due. AnnuallyCompletes initial and annual Nursing History and Assessment physical.Ensures completion of Annual Standing Order Review with each physician as required.OTHER: As a condition of continued employment, you are required to obtain and maintain any required credentials or certifications necessary for your position in an active and valid status (including renewal of such credentials or certifications prior to any expiration date). In the event that your credential or certified status changes, you must notify your supervisor immediately.Capable of working in a challenging environment which requires the ability to handle demanding situations, multitasking, and remaining flexible to changing needs.Maintain regular and punctual attendance.Perform other related duties as assigned.Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting and moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. up as high as 5 feet.The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials.Employees are required to take the Ishihara's Color Blindness test as a condition of employment. Note that: Failing theIshihara Test for Color Blindness does not preclude employment. The Company will consider whether reasonable accommodation can be made.SUPERVISION:NoneEDUCATION:Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.Current appropriate state Temporary Permit.Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: 0 - 1 year's related experience.ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:I acknowledge that I have read and accepted this job description. I understand what is expected of me in this position, and I am able to perform the essential functions as outlined with or without reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, I understand that the duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. If I have any questions about duties and responsibilities not specified in this job description that I am asked to perform, I should discuss them with my immediate supervisor or my Human Resources representative.ADDENDUM:Managers in each state must determine if their state regulations permit employees to operate in this capacity, as well as the allowable duties and practice restrictions if permitted. Managers should consult their state-specific regulations at: https://content.intranet.fmcna.com/regulatory-affairs/wp-content/uploads/sites/46/2019/05/Pre-Licensed-Nurse-50-State-Review-Training-TracksFinal-5-19.pdf. For additional information please contact your Regional Education Coordinator.EO/AA Employer: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity Fresenius Medical Care North America maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

SummaryProvidephysical therapy services to patients who have impairments, functionallimitations, or disabilities resulting from injury, disease or othercauses. Practice in collaboration withother members of interdisciplinary team. Educate patients, families and others. Direct and supervise support personnel. Manage technical, environmental, and financial resources effectively andefficiently.Key ResponsibilitiesPhysical Therapy needs are assessed and evaluated according toorganizational and professional guidelines.Treatment plan reflects understanding of patients' age andsituation including discharge plan.Treatment plan is revised based on patient progress towards statedgoals.Documentation is complete, timely and in accordance with facilityand practice guidelines. Therapy and health care students are oriented, trained, andmentored to achieve stated performance expectations.Performance Improvement opportunities are identified and actedupon as appropriate to implement best practices.Additionaldepartment, organization, or network activities are completed per establishedobjectives.PCCOrganizational Values of Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect,and Excellence are upheld.Qualifications Education/DegreeRequiredGraduateof an accredited Physical Therapy program.ExperienceRequiredAminimum of 2 years experience for Advanced Clinician.Aminimum of 5 years experience for Clinical Specialist.Aminimum of 10 years experience for Advanced Clinical Specialist.LicensureRequiredLicensed(and in good standing) as a physical therapist in the Commonwealth ofMassachusetts.Skills (Specificlearned activity gained through training (e.g. computer skills, keyboarding,presentation, CPR, ACLS, etc.)RequiredBLSrequired.Effective verbal and writtencommunication skills with the English language.Basicskills in math and computer science.Appropriateknowledge of physical therapy evaluation and treatment techniques to manage therehabilitation population.Effectiveproblem solving skills for physical therapy evaluation, interpretation,treatment planning and execution taking into consideration patient's age,psychosocial, cultural and religious background.Basicskills in teaching other and self assessment of learning needs, strengths, andprofessional goals.Safelyexecute all job responsibilities without risking injury to self orpatients. Demonstrates the ability toassess and interact with patients and families using the theories of humangrowth and development, family systems, and cultural background.Computerproficiency required. Microsoft officeapplications preferred with ability to learn new software.Maintainvariable work schedule depending on hospital/program needs to provide patientcare (evening, holidays, weekend and travel).PreferredHighlydeveloped communications and interpersonal skills, working with diversepopulation.Workindependently, be self-directed and contribute as a member of a team.Anticipateschallenges and develops and implements strategies for addressing them.High level of service delivery.Demonstrate initiative with ability to prioritize work, meet deadlines andadapt to changing situations.Attentionto detail.EEO Statement SRN is committed to diversity in the workplace which beginswith respect and opportunity for all. SRN takes affirmative action to ensurethat equal employment opportunity is provided to all persons regardless ofrace, religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, genetic information, age, ancestry, veteran status, disability or anyother basis that would be inconsistent with any applicable ordinance orlaw.