Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)
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Job Location:
East Patchogue, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
7 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA)
SHIFT:Per-Diem
JOB DESCRIPTION:
A Physical Therapy Assistant works under the direction/supervision of the Physical Therapist. This individual assists the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy services within their scope of training as selected/delegated by the Physical Therapist.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for applying physical therapy modalities providing therapeutic exercise and functional training with ADLs providing gait and balance training using specific equipment documenting progress conferring with the Physical Therapist regarding patient/resident program modifications assisting with evaluative techniques participating in care planning and other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapist.
REQUIREMENTS:
- AAS in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program and Certificate of Registration in New York State
- CPR certification
- Physical strength to lift between 50-100lbs
- Able to collaborate with a wide range of healthcare disciplines
- Possess thorough knowledge of the educational and therapeutic values of physical therapy including being acquainted with patient/resident diagnosis precautions/contraindications and current treatment protocols
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Vision and Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Referral Bonus Program
- Weekly or Same Day Pay Options
- Supportive Work Environment
Apply today and become a key part of our team in maintaining a comfortable safe environment for residents and staff alike!
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Front Desk
- Teaching
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
