Physical Therapy Assistant

Upstate; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Upstate in Syracuse seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in PM&R Rehab Therapies. You will implement treatments under a physical therapist’s initial plan, monitor progress, and adjust as needed.

This full-time position requires NYS PTA licensure or eligibility, an associate degree, and CPR certification. Entry level SL1 opportunities are available for those with less than two years of experience, with salary commensurate.

Qualifications

• Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant and NYS license or eligible.
• Two years eligible clinical experience required.
• CPR certification required by time of appointment.
• Candidates with less than 2 years experience may be appointed to entry level (SL1) at commensurate salary.

Responsibilities

• Will complete treatments per initial evaluation completed by a physical therapist; monitor response to treatment and modify treatment appropriately.
• Attend designated clinics, rounds and conferences and render patient information; complete appropriate documentation.
• Provide in-service and community education within the scope of knowledge base; supervise PTA SL1, PTA students, rehab therapy USTs, and volunteers.

Education

Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant

• Syracuse
• Allied Health
• Full-time
• Opening on: Feb 5 2026
• PM&R - Rehab Therapies
• State of New York
• TH Physical Therapy Assistant 1, NSSL2
• PTA2026
• UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)

Job Summary:

Will complete treatments per initial evaluation completed by a physical therapist; monitor response to treatment and modify treatment appropriately; attend designated clinics, rounds and conferences and render patient information; complete appropriate documentation. Other responsibilities include: providing in-service education and community education within the scope of knowledge base, clinically supervise PTA SL1, PTA students, rehab therapy USTs, and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant, NYS License or eligible and two years eligible clinical experience required.

Candidates who possess an Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant, NYS licensure or Limited Permit or eligible and less than 2 years experience will be considered for appointment to an entry level (SL1) position at commensurate salary.

CPR certification required by time of appointment.

Work Days:

Monday - Friday rotating holidays and weekends

Message to Applicants:

Accepting Physical Therapist Assistant applications for current and future openings in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Rehab Therapies.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources