Physical Therapy Assistant

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

• The Physical Therapy Assistant administers physical therapy treatments, interventions, and/or physical agents under the supervision of the Physical Therapist to restore or improve physical abilities, promote behavioral changes, adapt surroundings, and/or teach new skills, to achieve optimal physical function and prevent disabilities, in accordance with principles and practices of the profession. The physical therapy assistant may provide treatment of patients in acute care, nursing home, short-term rehabilitation, and/or outpatient settings.
• Independently carries out PT treatment plan of care as established by Physical Therapist.
• Maintains licensure by obtaining required CEUs as determined by NYS Practice Act.
• Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements and Joint Commission (TJC) standards.
• Demonstrates the ability to treat the assigned number of patients per day, and determine the need for follow up visits to maximize the functional outcomes.
• Completes all required documentation following treatment, ensuring documentation reflects care provided and outcomes achieved.
• Maintains current knowledge and awareness of insurance regulations related to provision of therapy services.
• Acts fiscally responsible in use & request of supplies, and in submitting patient charges in a timely manner.
• Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication.
• Maintains and enhances personal and professional knowledge, as well as promoting professional standards in physical therapy.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team inter- and intra- departmentally to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Communicates with supervising therapists, through written or oral means, the progress of assigned patients and/or unexpected changes in patient status. Modifies the treatment plan, based on anticipated functional outcomes in consultation with the therapists. Documents findings in the record.
• Additional duties as assigned.

What we need from you

Education:

Degree from an accredited PTA program, required

Experience may be considered in lieu of education

Experience:

Experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant is desired, preferred

New graduates will be considered

License/ Certification:

NYS Physical Therapy Assistant license or valid temporary permit, required

BLS CPR certification within 6 months of date of hire

Skills:

Clinical Skills

Communication

Computer Skill

• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Creative Thinking
• Time Management
• Organizing/Categorizing records
• Attention to Detail
• Interacting with People

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects

Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, repetitive motion, stooping

Frequent typing/ clerical/ dexterity, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, seeing/ monitor/ computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking

Constant hearing

Hazards:

Occasional bodily fluids/ blood-borne exposure

Working Conditions:

Occasional extreme temperatures

Travel:

Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Responsibilities

• The Physical Therapy Assistant administers physical therapy treatments, interventions, and/or physical agents under the supervision of the Physical Therapist to restore or improve physical abilities, promote behavioral changes, adapt surroundings, and/or teach new skills, to achieve optimal physical function and prevent disabilities, in accordance with principles and practices of the profession. The physical therapy assistant may provide treatment of patients in acute care, nursing home, short-term rehabilitation, and/or outpatient settings.
• Independently carries out PT treatment plan of care as established by Physical Therapist.
• Maintains licensure by obtaining required CEUs as determined by NYS Practice Act.
• Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state and local requirements and Joint Commission (TJC) standards.
• Demonstrates the ability to treat the assigned number of patients per day, and determine the need for follow up visits to maximize the functional outcomes.
• Completes all required documentation following treatment, ensuring documentation reflects care provided and outcomes achieved.
• Maintains current knowledge and awareness of insurance regulations related to provision of therapy services.
• Acts fiscally responsible in use & request of supplies, and in submitting patient charges in a timely manner.
• Coordinates patient care with other clinical team members ensuring optimal patient care and communication.
• Maintains and enhances personal and professional knowledge, as well as promoting professional standards in physical therapy.
• Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment.
• Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team inter- and intra- departmentally to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
• Communicates with supervising therapists, through written or oral means, the progress of assigned patients and/or unexpected changes in patient status. Modifies the treatment plan, based on anticipated functional outcomes in consultation with the therapists. Documents findings in the record.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree from an accredited PTA program, required
• Experience may be considered in lieu of education
• Experience: Experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant is desired, preferred
• New graduates will be considered
• License/ Certification: NYS Physical Therapy Assistant license or valid temporary permit, required
• BLS CPR certification within 6 months of date of hire
• Skills: Clinical Skills
• Communication
• Computer Skill
• Reading/Writing/Comprehension
• Creative Thinking
• Time Management
• Organizing/Categorizing records
• Attention to Detail
• Interacting with People
• Physical Requirements: Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
• Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, repetitive motion, stooping
• Frequent typing/ clerical/ dexterity, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, seeing/ monitor/ computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
• Constant hearing
• Hazards: Occasional bodily fluids/ blood-borne exposure
• Working Conditions: Occasional extreme temperatures
• Travel: Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis