Join our team as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) and enjoy a supportive, collaborative environment with great team camaraderie and a strong focus on work-life balance. Work alongside our Physical Therapists to provide hands-on, patient-centered care while helping patients regain strength, mobility, and confidence.
The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for patient care under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Supervises and aids in direct patient care and related activities as needed.
Responsibilities:
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Provides physical therapy treatments according to the physical therapists’ treatment plan;
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Communicates with manager and other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems or plans;
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Records daily treatment notes, portions of monthly progress notes, and discharge summaries timely and completely;
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Maintain patient records confidentially;
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Records treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in accurate and timely manner;
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Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
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Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
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Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
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Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
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Communicates with patient, families and other clinical staff of treatment variations.
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Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements and physician treatment plan.
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Supports and participates in department operations and development.
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Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
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Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned;
Qualifications:
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High School Diploma or equivalent required;
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Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program;
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Current New York State Physical Therapist Assistant license;
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CPR certification required;
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One year as a Physical Therapy Assistant or comparable internship;
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management
