Physical Therapist Assistant

Goshencare; Town of Goshen (NY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full benefits package

Paid time off

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Sapphire Nursing and Rehab at Goshen in Goshen, NY is seeking a caring Physical Therapist Assistant to provide quality care to its Patients and join our growing rehab team. The PTA will assist the Licensed Physical Therapist in delivering treatments to promote independence and improved function.

We offer a very competitive salary, full benefits package, paid time off and opportunities for professional growth, with a supportive work environment and a focus on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in physical therapist assistant.
• Valid NYS license required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work within a rehab team to implement plans.

Responsibilities

• Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Work with rehabilitation team to implement programs matching patient needs.
• Assist the Physical Therapist during tests, evaluations and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families and caregivers under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Organization

Written skills

Team collaboration

NY patient care knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy

Valid NYS License

Tools

Rehab Optima

Job description

We are offering a very Competitive to Salary, Full Benefits Package, Paid time Off and Opportunities for Professional Growth.

Sapphire Nursing and Rehab at Goshen is seekinga caring, Physical Therapist Assistants to provide quality care to its Patientsto join our growing rehab team! We arelooking for individuals who desire a worthwhile career that has purpose and makes a meaningful difference in someone’s life. The Physical Therapist Assistant will be responsible for providing physical therapy treatments to patients to facilitate increased independence and functioning under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist.

Responsibilities include:

• Implements patient's individualized treatment plan as established by the primary Physical Therapist.
• Work with other members of the rehabilitation team to implement programs consistent with the needs and capabilities of each patient
• Acts as an assistant to the Physical Therapist when the Physical Therapist is performing tests, evaluations and complex procedures.
• Instructs patients, families and other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the physical therapy treatment program under the supervision of the Physical Therapist

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Requirements:

• Associate’s degree in physical therapist assistant
• Valid New York State license
• Good organization skills
• Good communication skills
• Good written skills
• Rehab Optima experience is a plus
• New grads encouraged to apply

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy
• Valid NYS License awarded by NYS Education Department required

Through the adherence to our goals we are dedicated to our mission, The mission ofSapphire Nursing and Rehab at Goshen is to empower patient centered healing through innovative health care services.We create hemodynamic baseline health goals and achieve them with our patients. We tap into supportive care throughout the community to promote independence and recovery. Please join us and begin a warm and exciting career.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.