Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Per Diem

Clifton-Fine Hospital Star Lake NY

Job Type: Per Diem
Schedule: Day Shift
Typical Hours: MondayFriday 8:00 AM 4:00 PM (flexible based on department needs)
Travel: No travel needed

Pay starting at $25.00

Overview

Clifton-Fine Hospital is seeking a dependable and skilled Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Rehabilitation Services team on a Per Diem basis. This role provides flexibility while supporting patient care needs in our outpatient setting.

The PTA works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver treatment monitor patient progress and contribute to high-quality patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy treatments following the Physical Therapists Plan of Care (POC)
• Monitor and report patient progress to the supervising PT
• Communicate effectively with patients families and care team members
• Document all treatments and patient interactions in the EMR
• Enter charges accurately in the EMR system
• Review medical records to support safe and effective care
• Participate in team meetings and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Maintain up-to-date clinical knowledge and skills
• Complete required continuing education per New York State guidelines (36 hours every 3 years)
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program (required)
• Current New York State PTA license/registration (required)
• Outpatient experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and adapt to varying patient volumes

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work with patients with varying physical and mental health conditions
• Exposure to communicable diseases body fluids and infectious materials
• Ability to lift and assist patients (up to 50 lbs.)
• Frequent standing walking bending stooping reaching pushing and pulling
• Physically and mentally demanding environment
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform repetitive tasks

Why Join Us

• Flexible part-time schedule
• Supportive team-oriented rural healthcare environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in your community
• NYS Sick Time

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