Compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant

Northwell Career Site; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Northwell Career Site invites qualified Physical Therapy Assistants to join our team in New York. You will assist in administering therapy care programs, monitor patient progress, and communicate with Physical Therapists and other health professionals to ensure safe, effective treatment.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, NY PTA license or a limited permit for outpatient work, and 1-3 years of relevant experience.

Qualifikationen

• Associate's Degree required or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Current License to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in New York State, required.
• OR Current limited permit to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in New York State, required (outpatient settings only).
• Specialized certifications, as needed.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience, required.

Aufgaben

• Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner, as directed.
• Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.
• Maintains progress notes and discharge summaries of assigned patients.
• Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care when necessary.
• Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.
• May attend family meetings/conferences pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Kenntnisse

1-3 years of relevant experience

Ausbildung

Associate's Degree

New York State Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

New York State Limited Permit for outpatient settings

Specialized certifications, as needed

Jobbeschreibung

Northwell Career Site invites qualified Physical Therapy Assistants to join our team in New York. You will assist in administering therapy care programs, monitor patient progress, and communicate with Physical Therapists and other health professionals to ensure safe, effective treatment.

The role requires an Associate's Degree, NY PTA license or a limited permit for outpatient work, and 1-3 years of relevant experience.