Physical Therapy Assistant

VNS Westchester; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 72,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Savings Account

Pension

403B Tax Deferred Annuity Plan

Life Insurance

Job summary

VNS Westchester is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide home health PT in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam or Dutchess counties. The role supports patient plans of care under a supervising PT, with opportunities for growth in a reputed organzation.

The ideal candidate holds NYS PTA license, has 2+ years direct clinical experience, and is committed to high-quality home care. A reliable vehicle and CEU maintenance are required; excellent benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• NYS Professional License and current registration to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Minimum of two (2) years direct clinical experience.
• Home care experience preferred.
• Automobile in good working order and auto insurance in the amount specified by VNSW.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of HCHB Clinical Software preferred.
• Must maintain CEU requirements.
• Professional Liability Insurance in the amount specified by VNSW.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to treat the medical/surgical condition through the use of accepted physical therapy modalities as assigned by the physical therapist.
• Instructs the patient/family and home health aide (and others) in the home exercise program and other aspects of patient care as directed by the physical therapist and documents the response to instruction.
• Provides written home exercise program to patient (and others) as needed and also provides a copy for the patient’s record.
• Continually monitors the patient's condition and promptly reports any changes to the physical therapist and clinical manager
• Documents all clinical visits and patient's response to therapy interventions in the EMR.
• Submits completed clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies.
• Participates in patient care conferences.

Skills

Home care experience

Clinical documentation

Patient/family instruction

Driver's license

CEU compliance

Education

NYS PTA license

Two years direct clinical experience (home care preferred)

Tools

HCHB Clinical Software

Job description

Visiting Nurse Service Westchester, established in 1901, is looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant- Home Care, availability in Westchester, Rockland, Putnam or Dutchess counties. As a "destination employer", VNS Westchester isa company that is widely considered a highly desirable place to work, where people actively seek out employment opportunities due to its reputation for career growth, positive work culture, competitive benefits, and strong brand image, essentially making it a "dream company" within the industry for potential employees to aspire to join and stay at long-term.

Salary Range

: $72,000 - $79,000 / year

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Generous PTO policy
• Tuition/Education Reimbursement Program
• Health Savings Accounts
• Pension
• 403B Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
• Life Insurance

We have one of the top benefits packages in the industry!

Physical Therapy Assistant Position Description

Provides physical therapy treatment modalities in accord with the patient plan of care established by the supervising physical therapist.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to treat the medical/surgical condition through the use of accepted physical therapy modalities as assigned by the physical therapist.
• Instructs the patient/family and home health aide (and others) in the home exercise program and other aspects of patient care as directed by the physical therapist and documents the response to instruction.
• Provides written home exercise program to patient (and others) as needed and also provides a copy for the patient’s record.
• Continually monitors the patient's condition and promptly reports any changes to the physical therapist and clinical manager
• Documents all clinical visits and patient's response to therapy interventions in the EMR.
• Submits completed clinical documentation in accordance with agency policies.
• Participates in patient care conferences.

Qualifications

• NYS Professional License and current registration to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Minimum of two (2) years direct clinical experience.
• Home care experience preferred.
• Automobile in good working order and auto insurance in the amount specified by VNSW.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of HCHB Clinical Software preferred.
• Must maintain CEU requirements.
• Professional Liability Insurance in the amount specified by VNSW.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.