Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Registry

The Manor At Blue Water Bay; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A rehabilitation care facility in New York seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide quality rehabilitation care. Responsibilities include assessing residents, documenting treatment progress, and supervising treatment aides. Candidates should possess a PT license and experience in a healthcare setting. This position offers a comprehensive role in patient care within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Current PT license in state of practice in good standing.
• One year experience in a healthcare setting, long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess functional levels and capabilities of residents.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of resident muscle strength and make recommendations.
• Document treatment progress in resident charts accurately and timely.
• Supervise PTAs and rehabilitation aides to ensure quality rehab care.

Skills

Ability to read, write and speak English

Communicate resident condition to others

Independent decision-making

Patient and friendly attitude towards residents

Implementation of physical therapy programs

Physical ability to lift/push/pull weights

Education

Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (BS or MS‑PT)

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Registry

Physical Therapist (PT)

Position Overview

Provides quality rehabilitation care in Physical Therapy as outlined in the plan of care through therapeutic exercise, massage, and other treatments in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.

Essential Job Duties

• Assess functional levels and capabilities of residents.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of resident muscle strength, range of motion, coordination and balance and make recommendations related to resident therapy treatments.
• Provide physical therapy treatments by following the resident plan of care.
• Develop measurable and realistic goals based on resident’s care plan.
• Participate in the discharge planning process for residents.
• Thoroughly document treatment progress in resident charts accurately and timely.
• Maintain a positive working relationship with residents and families.
• Document appropriately and timely in accordance with all laws, regulations and facility guidelines.
• Perform overall supervision to PTAs and rehabilitation aides to ensure quality rehab care services are provided.
• Complete required facility forms and documents to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.

Other Job Duties

• Attend and participate in meetings, conferences and seminars.
• Provide in‑service education to facility staff as it relates to rehab services.
• Attend meetings and communicate information in a productive fashion.
• Assist with transporting residents from room to therapy gym, etc.
• Provide training and education to family, residents and staff for physical therapy and use of assistance devices and equipment.
• Conduct home evaluations prior to discharge to ensure safety of residents.
• Schedule appointments, take calls, reorder supplies and complete insurance forms.

Schedule

• 8‑hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Qualifications

• Education & Certification: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program (BS or MS‑PT).
• Skills & Requirements: Ability to read, write and speak English; communicate resident condition to others; make independent decisions; patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents; implement physical therapy programs and goals; move frequently throughout the workday; handle sensitive situations with patience, dignity and respect; lift 40 lbs floor to waist, 10 lbs waist to shoulder, carry 40 lbs, and push/pull 40 lbs.
• Experience: Current PT license in state of practice in good standing; one year experience in a healthcare setting, long‑term care experience preferred.

Competencies of Position

• Professionalism: punctual, communicative, team‑oriented, participates in meetings and committees.
• Resident Rights: reports grievances, maintains confidentiality, treats residents with dignity and respect, honors refusals, reports to supervisors.
• Safety Awareness: follows safety program, reports incidents, identifies hazards, promotes safety, follows infection control, and emergency protocols.
• Organizational and Communication Skills: handles multiple residents simultaneously, completes assignments organized, records information accurately, possesses effective verbal and nonverbal communication, attentive listener.
• Customer Service: treats all residents, families, coworkers, and supervisors with dignity and respect; professional representation; positive attitude; initiative to exceed expectations.

The Manor at Blue Water Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Manor at Blue Water Bay does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non‑disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by applicable law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.