Outpatient PTA: Mentorship, Growth & Impact

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy; Bayside (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Incentive compensation plan

Job summary

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients reach their goals through personalized treatment plans. Our clinics offer a well-trained support staff and state-of-the-art space and equipment, with a culture that values mentorship and growth.

All experience levels are encouraged to apply; we will train the right new graduate. The anticipated hourly range is $31-$40, with incentive-based compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• PTA licensed to practice in the State of New York.
• Experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training and physical modalities.
• Strong communication and instructional abilities.
• Ability to delegate support care to non-licensed staff and mentor/train them.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in patient care, notifying the supervising Physical Therapist of matters concerning the patient's condition.
• Follows the Plan of Care established by the Physical Therapist and practices within state practice guidelines.
• Exercises sound judgement, care, professionalism and skill in the performance of duties.
• Instructs and counsels patients effectively in exercises and recovery.
• Identifies patient’s needs and exhibits compassion and caring.
• Conveys potential modifications ensuring patient’s progress, safety and comfort to the Physical Therapist.
• Completes documentation in the EMR to support the delivery of physical therapy services
• Under direct supervision of and with co-signature by a PT, records daily notes.
• Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests.
• H elps treat patients by applying ice or heat packs, helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques as requested by PT.
• Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
• M aintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• M aintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Enhances physical therapy department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments, is a team player.
• Reports any issues needing resolution to Physical Therapists.

Skills

Therapeutic exercises

Functional training

Physical modalities

Effective communication

Staff delegation

Education

PTA license in New York

Job description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to help patients reach their goals through personalized treatment plans. Our clinics offer a well-trained support staff and state-of-the-art space and equipment, with a culture that values mentorship and growth.

All experience levels are encouraged to apply; we will train the right new graduate. The anticipated hourly range is $31-$40, with incentive-based compensation and comprehensive benefits.