In-House Physical Therapy Assistant — Growth & Benefits (FT)

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC; Oakdale (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Medical, Dental, Vision

Growth opportunities from within

Benefits based on Full Time Status

Job summary

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC in Oakdale, NY is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered therapy services.

The role emphasizes screenings, goal-oriented treatment plans, and both individual and group sessions. Strong communication with residents, families, and staff, plus timely documentation in CMS-compliant systems, are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and certification.
• Assume responsibility for ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain current licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Identify indications for evaluations and assist in evaluation under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Assist PT in identifying target goals and treatment plan.
• Conduct individual and group treatment as outlined in the treatment plan across muscle strength, mobility, gait, range of motion and modalities.
• Assist in selecting PT techniques/media and sequence, adapting as indicated by resident performance.
• Monitor residents’ response and consults with the Physical Therapist for modifications.
• Assist in establishing and modifying resident schedules with the Physical Therapist and team.
• Adhere to department and resident schedule and modify for treatment regimen.
• Train residents, family and staff in equipment use.
• Participate in resident, family, and staff education.
• Demonstrate sound judgment in evaluation, planning, and follow-up of therapy programs.
• Report to work on time and coordinate schedule for productivity.
• Assist with Quality Assurance Program as required.
• Complete compliant and medically necessary CMS documentation in NetHealth EMR.

Education

Associate's degree in physical therapy

Active Physical Therapy Assistant license

Continuing education and professional development

Job description

Evolve Therapy Services, LLC in Oakdale, NY is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to support an in-house Skilled Nursing Facility. You will work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to deliver patient-centered therapy services.

The role emphasizes screenings, goal-oriented treatment plans, and both individual and group sessions. Strong communication with residents, families, and staff, plus timely documentation in CMS-compliant systems, are essential.