Outpatient PTA - Flexible Schedule in Ithaca, NY

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

Job summary

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd. seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient for onsite work in Ithaca, NY. The role supports licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient-centered care and in executing tailored exercise programs.

The position requires an accredited PTA program, NY State PTA licensure or eligibility, and CPR certification. Outpatient experience is preferred; new graduates may be considered. Work hours commonly run 6:00 AM–6:00 PM with some weekends and local travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Must have an accredited PTA program completing an Associate's degree.
• Current New York State PTA license or eligibility required.
• Current CPR certification.
• Yearly mandatory safety in-services and trainings (HealthStream).
• Outpatient or clinical experience preferred; new grads considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides PTA-supervised physical therapy treatment under a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Implements individualized treatment plans to address patient goals.
• Instructs patients in therapeutic exercises and functional activities.
• Assists with mobility aids and orthotic devices.
• Administers modalities as directed by the PT (hot/cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation).
• Performs therapeutic activities and manual therapy within PTA scope under supervision.
• Monitors and documents patient responses; reports progress to PT.
• Communicates patient progress to PT for treatment adjustments.
• Participates in discharge planning and reinforces home exercise programs.
• Educates patients and caregivers on exercises, safety, and home program continuation.
• Documents care, progress, and charges in EMR; maintains NYS compliance.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritization

Compassion

Education

Associate's degree PTA

Job description

Red Seal Recruiting Ltd. seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant – Outpatient for onsite work in Ithaca, NY. The role supports licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient-centered care and in executing tailored exercise programs.

The position requires an accredited PTA program, NY State PTA licensure or eligibility, and CPR certification. Outpatient experience is preferred; new graduates may be considered. Work hours commonly run 6:00 AM–6:00 PM with some weekends and local travel as needed.