Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview: Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. - Department: Physical Therapy - Long-Term Care - Schedule: Per Diem, Day shift - Facility: Rumford Community Home - Location: Rumford, ME 04276 Responsibilities: Position Summary: The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), OPRS follows the outlined plan of care designated by the Physical Therapist. - Provides treatment and instruction to patients according to acceptable principles and practices of Physical Therapy. - Collaborates as a member of the health care team for the provision of comprehensive patient care. - Consistent with training and competency review, provides care to adult and geriat...