Physical Therapist Assistant

VNS Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,673 - 58,341; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in New York is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide physical therapy interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role involves following established care plans, documenting patient progress, and managing a caseload. Candidates must hold a New York State Certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant and have at least two years of clinical patient care experience. The position offers competitive pay of $33.88 - $42.35 per hour.

Qualifications

• New York State Certification as Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Valid driver's license may be required based on operational needs.
• Minimum of two years of experience in clinical patient care required.

Responsibilities

• Follows established physical therapy plan of care.
• Documents all care provided and maintain records.
• Assists in monitoring patient progress through observations.
• Manages assigned caseload and provides physical therapy services.
• Travels to patients' homes using approved transportation options.

Skills

Patient care

Physical therapy interventions

Documentation and record keeping

Therapeutic interventions

Bilingual skills

Education

Associate's Degree as Physical Therapist Assistant

Tools

Durable medical equipment

Technology devices (tablet)

Job description

Overview

Provides physical therapy interventions to designated patients under the supervision of a Physical Therapist (PT). Assists in monitoring patient progress through observations and follows up with supervising therapist. Works under PT supervision as required under NY State Education law.

Responsibilities

• Follows established physical therapy plan of care, including physical therapy interventions and patient/caregiver education. Modifies specific treatment procedures in accordance with PT plan of care and Physical Therapy Assistant (“PTA”) scope of practice.
• Documents all care provided and maintain records per VNS Health policy and standards.
• Assists in monitoring patient progress through observation and follows up with Supervising Therapist in accordance with VNSNY policy.
• Complies with scope of practice for PTA, including a co‑visit with Physical Therapist on all initial PTA visits and keeps PT informed. PT will re‑assess patient every 6 visits or 30 days (whichever comes first).
• Manages assigned caseload; provides physical therapy services to patients as directed per PT plan of care.
• Participates in VNS Health meetings, including but not limited to interdisciplinary team meetings, in‑service and training programs, rehab services meetings and caseload reviews.
• Travels to patients’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk‑ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the patient.
• Assists patients with therapeutic interventions and activities of daily living, which may require positioning, moving, transferring and lifting patients of varying body sizes and physical conditions, with and without assistance and as appropriate, instructing, demonstrating and verifying capabilities of family members and/or paraprofessionals. Ability to use and assist patient with durable medical equipment as a component of the plan of care, including but not limited to wheelchairs, patient transfer lifts, ambulatory devices, slings, splints, orthoses, prostheses and exercise/strengthening equipment.
• Provides care in accordance with Agency policies, practices, procedures and standards, including professional practice standards of care, which may require standing, stooping, sitting, crouching, twisting, reaching, bending and stretching to deliver patient care.
• Transports and utilizes required technology devices (tablet), infection control materials and supplies using VNS Health designated/supplied carrying case (backpack) weighing approximately 15–20 lbs to and from patient homes/care facilities, VNS Health offices and therapists’ home.
• Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

New York State Certification as Physical Therapist Assistant required. Valid driver’s license may be required, as determined by operational/regional needs.

Education:

Associate’s Degree as Physical Therapist Assistant from a New York State approved program or whose educational credentials have been approved equivalent by New York State required.

Work Experience:

Minimum of two years experience in clinical patient care (per NY State Education Law) required. Bilingual skills may be required, as determined by operational needs. Basic PC skills preferred.

Pay Range

USD $33.88 - USD $42.35 /Hr.