Physical Therapy Assistant

American Medical Associates; City of Salamanca (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Associates is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in Salamanca, NY. The role supports the physical therapist with mobility-focused therapies in a skilled nursing setting, while helping patients regain function and independence.

The TA will document progress, communicate results to the supervising PT, and educate patients and caregivers on home programs and injury prevention to promote ongoing wellness.

Qualifications

• Experience as a PTA is required.
• Must hold a current Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Strong documentation writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist PT with therapies to improve mobility and relieve pain in a skilled nursing facility.
• Record patient progress and report results to the PT.
• Instruct patients and caregivers on home exercises and injury prevention.

Skills

PTA experience

Documentation skills

LTC experience

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant license

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant - Located in Salamanca, NY

Responsibilities:

• Assist the PT with therapies designed to improve mobility, relieve pain, prevent or limit permanent physical disability and promote overall fitness and wellness in a skilled nursing facility
• Record patients' progress and report the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.
• Instructing patients and caregivers on exercises and techniques for home, as well as injury prevention.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a current Physical Therapist Assistant license
• Must have experience as a Physical Therapy Assistant
• Must have long term care experience
• Well versed with documentation writing

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