Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

HealthPro Heritage; Riverdale (NY); On-site; USD 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

HealthPro Heritage has a great Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position available at The Hebrew Home- Riverdale, NY (CCRC). Join our collaborative rehabilitation team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while working alongside experienced therapy professionals.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, direct patient care, progress documentation, and collaboration with Physical Therapists and staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in PTA from accredited program.
• Valid state licensure or license eligible.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans.
• Provide direct patient care including exercises, manual therapy, and modalities.
• Monitor and document patient progress, educate patients and families on protocols.
• Collaborate with Physical Therapists and staff to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostic ability

Therapeutic abilities

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting

Tools

Therapy equipment

Diagnostic tools

EHR systems

Clinical software

Job description

Overview

HealthPro Heritage has a great Full-time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) position available at The Hebrew Home- Riverdale, NY (CCRC). Join our collaborative rehabilitation team and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents while working alongside experienced therapy professionals.

Why Choose HealthPro Heritage?

• Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
• Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
• Collaborative Culture:Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
• Commitment to Excellence:Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
• Competitive Benefits Package:Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind! Rates: $32- $38 hourly * Negotiable depending on experience

Join Us in Making a Difference

At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
• Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
• Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
• Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
• Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.

HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.