Physical Therapy Assistant - $21 per hour

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for a job in Northbridge, Massachusetts. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Physical Therapy Assistant Discipline: Therapy Duration: Ongoing 16 hours per week Shift: 8 hours, days Employment Type: Staff At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors. The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package. About Us Mass General Brigham Community Physicians (formerly known as Partners Community Physicians Organization) is a member of the Mass General Brigham system, founded by Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. Our doctors are part of a broad network of providers that includes our world-renowned academic medical centers, nationally recognized specialists, conveniently located community hospitals, exceptional rehabilitation and home care services, and more Our continued dedication to clinical excellence, focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, and generous employee offerings, such as our competitive benefits package, allow our professionals to build an exciting career as we all work together to positively impact the health of our patients. Bring your talent to MGB Community Physicians and find out just how far it can take you Are you ready to join our team? Location Hopedale Cardiovascular Associates is located at 236 Milford Street Upton, MA 01568.At Hopedale Cardiovascular Associates our focus is to provide compassionate care to our patients and their families in a community setting, while utilizing the latest technology in diagnostic testing and treatment strategies. We specialize in the diagnosis, treatment and management of cardiovascular disease. Our cardiologists are all board certified with over 90 years of combined experience. We offer a wide array of services to care for even the most complicated patients. The Opportunity We are seeking a per diem Medical Assistant to pick up a minimum of 2, 8- hours shifts a month from 8:00am- 4:30pm or 8:30am- 5:00pm for cross coverage purposes. We can flexible on exact days based on the employee availability Our Medical Assistants play an integral part in the operations of our community-based physician practices. Dedicated to clinical support, the Medical Assistant ensures a smooth patient flow within the practice and assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of physician or advanced practitioner. Responsibilities - Coordinates pre-visit preparations including addressing the special needs of patients (i.e. comfort measures, communication, and other appropriate issues), ensuring relevant labs and tests are scheduled and completed prior to office visit, organization of paper chart, etc. - Escorts patients to the exam rooms and take vital signs. - Performs a variety of patient care procedures within the Medical Assistant (MA) scope of practice, including but not limited to: injections and EKG’s. - Obtains blood specimens in accordance with established procedures, while maintaining a professional, patient-sensitive atmosphere. - Provides assistance to providers with office procedures. - Prepares requisitions and submits specimens to the laboratory. - Sends in electronic prescriptions for patients that have been instructed by providers. - Communicates with patients regarding laboratory, imaging results and prescription instructions per practice protocol. - Cleans and restocks exam rooms. - Maintains the strictest confidentiality of any and all patient records including but not limited to treatment, diagnosis, history, medication, and financial status. Education/Experience We Hope You Have - High school diploma or GED required. - Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant training program is strongly preferred. - Phlebotomy certification preferred. - Current national medical assistant certification with one of the following organizations preferred.- American Assoc. of Medical Assistants (AAMA) – Credential: CMA - American Medical Technologists (AMT) – Credential: RMA - National Healthcare Association (NHA) – Credential: CCMA - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) – Credential: NCMA (National Medical Assistant Certification will be required within six months of hire) Recruiter: Cattani, Lauren Mass General Brigham Job ID 3306536. Posted job title: Per Diem Allied Health Medical Assistant, Cardiovascular- Upton About Mass General Brigham Join the Mass General Brigham team Learn from others and be inspired. Work hard to solve for unknowns. Chase solutions. Be a part of something greater. 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. We’re helping patients get the best care possible by working on digital health experience, analyzing big data to streamline the delivery of care, and reaching out to medically complex patients to better understand their needs. Together, we’re connecting premier hospitals and health professionals to help serve patients and communities with high-quality, safe, and accessible care. Mass General Brigham provides a welcoming environment to employees, patients, and families of diverse cultures, ethnic backgrounds, ages, lifestyles, and physical abilities. Our hospitals are consistently ranked as top hospitals by U.S. World News Report. Benefits Medical benefits Dental benefits Vision benefits Life insurance Employee assistance programs