Outpatient Physical Therapist Assistant - Flexible Schedule

KingRecruitingServices; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

KingRecruitingServices seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant for an outpatient setting in Ithaca, NY. You will work under a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver skilled treatment and implement individualized plans, guiding patients through exercises and mobility activities.

You’ll assist with modalities, educate patients and families, document progress, and support discharge planning. Prior outpatient experience is preferred, CPR certified, and NYS PTA licensure or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited PTA program resulting in an Associate's degree.
• Current New York State Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Must complete yearly safety in-services and HealthStream e-Learning courses.
• Outpatient or clinical experience preferred; new graduates may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assists with implementing individualized treatment plans addressing patient goals and functional needs.
• Instructs and assists patients with therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance activities, and ADLs.
• Assists with safe use of assistive devices (crutches, walkers, canes, orthotics).
• Performs modalities as directed by the PT (e.g., hot/cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation).
• Monitors patient responses and reports progress to the supervising PT.
• Communicates progress to the PT and helps modify the program as needed.
• Participates in discharge planning and reinforces home exercise programs.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient-centered care

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Associate's degree in PTA

New York State PTA license or eligibility

CPR Certification

Job description

KingRecruitingServices seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant for an outpatient setting in Ithaca, NY. You will work under a licensed Physical Therapist to deliver skilled treatment and implement individualized plans, guiding patients through exercises and mobility activities.

You’ll assist with modalities, educate patients and families, document progress, and support discharge planning. Prior outpatient experience is preferred, CPR certified, and NYS PTA licensure or eligibility is required.