Impactful Physical Therapy Assistant: Mobility & Wellness

The Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls; Town of Hoosick (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls is seeking a full-time physical therapy professional to assess, plan, and implement rehabilitation programs for patients. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote mobility, reduce pain, and improve strength using evidence-based techniques, with an emphasis on personalized care and outcomes documentation.

Candidates should hold an active PT license or PTA credential and a relevant associate degree, with strong communication

Qualifications

• Active PT license in the relevant state.
• Associate degree or higher in physical therapy.
• Experience with diverse patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Identify and meet patients’ goals and needs
• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
• Develop care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Create fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Motivate patients during treatment to help them function optimally
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Consult and practice with other health professionals
• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
• Document patient care services

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist

Physical Therapy Assistant

Interpersonal communication

Treatment planning

Patient motivation

Clinical knowledge

Valid PT license

Associate degree

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

The Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation at Hoosick Falls is seeking a full-time physical therapy professional to assess, plan, and implement rehabilitation programs for patients. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to promote mobility, reduce pain, and improve strength using evidence-based techniques, with an emphasis on personalized care and outcomes documentation.

Candidates should hold an active PT license or PTA credential and a relevant associate degree, with strong communication