Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient

New Solutions; Montour Falls (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Training & Development

Job summary

New Solutions is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for outpatient services to support licensed Physical Therapists in delivering patient-centered care. You will implement treatment plans, guide therapeutic exercises, assist with gait and balance training, monitor patient responses, and document progress while promoting safe use of assistive devices.

New graduates welcome; NY PTA license or eligibility required.

Qualifications

• Licensed New York State Physical Therapist Assistant or eligible for licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• Accredited PTA program completion resulting in an Associate's degree.
• Outpatient or clinical experience preferred.
• New graduates may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assists with implementing individualized treatment plans addressing patient goals and functional needs.
• Instructs and assists patients with therapeutic exercises, gait, balance, and ADL activities.
• Assists with safe use of assistive devices such as crutches, walkers, canes, and orthotics.
• Administers modalities as directed by the Physical Therapist; may include ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and heat/cold packs.
• Performs therapeutic activities and manual techniques within PTA scope under supervision.
• Monitors and documents patient responses; reports changes to the supervising PT.
• Communicates progress and helps modify treatment programs as needed.
• Participates in discharge planning and reinforces home exercise programs.

Skills

CPR Certification

Outpatient support

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient

Position Responsibilities:

• Provides skilled physical therapy treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assists with implementing individualized treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist to address each patient's goals and functional needs.
• Instructs, encourages, and assists patients with therapeutic exercises, functional activities, gait training, balance activities, and activities of daily living.
• Assists patients in the safe use of assistive and supportive devices, including crutches, walkers, canes, and orthotic devices.
• Provides physical therapy modalities as directed by the Physical Therapist, which may include hot/cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and other appropriate therapeutic modalities.
• Performs therapeutic activities and manual therapy techniques within the PTA's scope of practice and under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Monitors and documents patient responses to treatment and reports changes in the patient's condition or progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Communicates with the Physical Therapist regarding patient progress and assists with appropriate modifications to the treatment program.
• Participates in discharge planning and reinforces home exercise programs and instructions provided by the Physical Therapist.

Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program resulting in an Associate's degree.

Current New York State Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for licensure as required.

Current CPR Certification.

Prior outpatient or clinical experience preferred.

New graduates may be considered.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development