Physical Therapy Assistant

All Island Chiro & Physical Therapy; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

All Island Chiro & Physical Therapy in New York is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team. You will work closely with patients to guide exercises, motivate progress, and correct posture, while preparing equipment and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

The ideal candidate holds current state licensure in physical therapy assistance and communicates effectively to support patients through recovery, with strong teamwork and familiarity with standard PT guidelines.

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistant required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

High-stress decision making

Positive environment creation

Education

PTA license

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team! As a Physical Therapy Assistant, you will be working closely with patients each day to assist them as they exercise or practice daily tasks, motivate and encourage them, and correct their posture or form as needed. You will also be recording accurate patient records, setting up all needed equipment and tools for each patient, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The ideal candidate works well both independently and within a team, can maintain a positive attitude to encourage patients in recovery, and has existing knowledge of physical therapy guidelines and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients as they exercise or practice daily functional tasks by correcting form, motivating them, and ensuring their safety
• Review and administer individualized treatment plans for each patient
• Maintain accurate records for all patients, their treatment, and their progress
• Assist patients using support devices, such as a walker, cane, or wheelchair
• Mentor and encourage patients going through major life changes, providing positive support, encouragement, and simple advice for their daily lives
• Maintain all equipment, ensuring a clean, safe work environment

Qualifications

• Current state licensing for physical therapy assistance required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to create a positive, nurturing environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• The ability to work well and make decisions in a high-stress environment