Outpatient PTA - Flexible Day Shifts

MEO Staffing Inc.; Montour Falls (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

MEO Staffing Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for outpatient services in Montour Falls, NY. The role involves delivering skilled PTA care under a licensed Physical Therapist and supporting individualized treatment plans to help patients reach functional goals.

Responsibilities include guiding therapeutic exercises, gait and balance activities, and home exercise program coaching, while maintaining accurate documentation and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's degree from an accredited PTA program.
• Current New York State PTA license or eligibility.
• Current CPR certification.
• Complete yearly safety in-services and HealthStream e-Learning courses.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled physical therapy treatment under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assists with implementing treatment plans addressing patient goals and functional needs.
• Instructs and assists patients with therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
• Assists patients with use of assistive devices (crutches, walkers, canes, orthotics).
• Administers modalities (hot/cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation) as directed.
• Performs therapeutic activities and manual therapy under supervision.
• Monitors and documents patient responses and progress to the supervising PT.
• Communicates patient progress and modifies the program as needed.
• Participates in discharge planning and reinforces home exercise programs.
• Educates patients and families on exercises, safety, mobility, and home program continuation.
• Documents care and charges in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Compassion

Education

Associate's degree in PTA

Job description

MEO Staffing Inc. is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for outpatient services in Montour Falls, NY. The role involves delivering skilled PTA care under a licensed Physical Therapist and supporting individualized treatment plans to help patients reach functional goals.

Responsibilities include guiding therapeutic exercises, gait and balance activities, and home exercise program coaching, while maintaining accurate documentation and safety standards.