Physical Therapist Assistant- Outpatient (Experienced Professional)

Metro-Physical-; Hampton Bays (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k)

Paid time off

Other benefits

Job summary

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking an experienced full-time Physical Therapist Assistant for outpatient care in New York. You will assist the PT in delivering personalized treatment plans, supervise exercises, and document progress in the EMR while maintaining patient safety and comfort.

The ideal candidate holds an NY PTA license and has 3+ years of hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and close patient communication.

Qualifications

• PTA licensed to practice in New York.
• 3+ years of experience as a licensed PTA.
• Hands-on experience with therapeutic exercises and functional training.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates in patient care under supervision of a PT.
• Follow the Plan of Care and state practice guidelines.
• Educates patients on exercises and recovery.
• Document in EMR and report issues to PT.

Skills

PTA license NY

3+ years experience

Communication skills

Clinical instruction

Education

NY PTA license

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant- Outpatient (Experienced Professional)

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 36 - USD 45 - hourly

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapyis a comprehensive multidisciplinary company offering Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, and Acupuncture services. We takegreat pridein inspiring our team to build lasting bonds with patients, doctors, and our community. Butit’snot just what wedo,it’swho we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

Metro isseekinga motivated, compassionate, and experienced full-time Physical Therapist Assistant dedicated to helping patients reach their goals through personalized treatment plans. Our clinics feature a well-trained support staff andstate-of-the-artspace and equipment. Join a growing organization that values a progressive, supportive, and innovative team culture!

Why Choose Metro?

• Mentorship Program-An exclusive mentorship program that strengthens clinical reasoning, refines hands-on skills, and builds confidence as an independent practitioner.
• Leadership Development Programs-Structured leadership development programs that help you strengthen your clinical skills and gain the knowledge, support, and tools to excel as a future leader in the field.
• Commitment to Personalized Care-Manageable caseloads that provide the time and flexibility to deliver thoughtful, individualized treatment.
• Generous Incentive Plan-Performance-based incentives that offeradditionalearning potential beyond base compensation.
• Endless Opportunities for Career Growth-Our expanding and evolving organization offers diverse career paths and leadership roles across multiple specialties and departments, giving you room to grow and advance your professional journey.
• Board Exam Support-In-house 1:1 tutoring to help you feel confident and prepared for the NPTE.
• AI-assistedDocumentation-Streamline notetaking withcutting-edgetechnology, allowing you to focus more on patient care and less on paperwork.

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.
• Helps 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.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains 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.

Success Looks Like:

• A-Game Attitude: Each day in the clinic you showcase a desire to connect with people with positive, approachable attitude
• Coachability: Be able to take constructive feedback and turn it into actionable items
• Patient Satisfaction & Outcomes:
  • PTA, Licensed to practice in the State of New York
  • 3+ Years of experience as a licensed physical therapist assistant
  • Hands on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training and physical modalities
  • Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
  • Ability to delegate appropriate support care to non-licensed staff and serve as a resource in their training.

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $36-45, for experienced professionals. Hourly range is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Additionally, this position is eligible for incentive compensation. The Company's incentive compensation plan is subject to change. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.