Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time

Athens Orthopedic Clinic; Town of Gates (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Physical Therapist Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality patient care across various age groups. This role involves utilizing your expertise in physical therapy techniques and patient care protocols to ensure continuity of care. You will work collaboratively with a team of healthcare professionals, documenting patient progress and providing essential support to families. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved PTA Program is required.
• Active in-state PTA license is mandatory.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in an Outpatient Care Facility.

Responsibilities

• Promotes patient care protocols for various age groups.
• Documents patient progress and submits billing daily.
• Instructs patients and families in home care programs.

Skills

Patient Care Protocols

Physical Therapy Techniques

Communication Skills

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Graduation from an approved PTA Program

Tools

Basic Computer Knowledge

Job description

Description

NOTE: This position is assigned to the Rehabilitation Clinic in Greensboro

POSITION SUMMARY

Performs under the direction and supervision of the Manager of Support Operations/Physical Therapist to meet clinic needs.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES - ESSENTIAL

This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

1. Promotes and has knowledge of and utilizes appropriate patient care protocol relating to the physical, psychosocial, and developmental needs for neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
2. Competently performs appropriate physical therapy techniques and procedures.
3. Provides for continuity of patient care through written and verbal communication with other health care professionals.
4. Makes recommendations for needed patient care equipment prior to patient discharge and assists with acquisition of same as appropriate.
5. Documents findings, patient progress, and all procedures performed within established time frames.
6. Submits all patient billing at the end of each day.
7. Instructs patients/family members in home programs.
8. Demonstrates effective time management.
9. Complies with quality improvement standards.
10. Participates in assigned aspects of affiliated PT/PTA student training.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Education: Graduation from an approved PTA Program.
2. Licensure: Active in-state PTA license.
3. Minimum of 4 years experience in an Outpatient Care Facility.
4. Current CPR Certification.
5. Knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care which is age specific/appropriate for patients served.
6. Basic computer knowledge.
7. Appropriate interpersonal skills to enable positive interactions with patients/families, and other health care professionals.