Physical Therapy Assistant- Genesee County

Hcrhealth; City of Batavia (NY); Presencial; USD 33 062 - 42 705; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Hcrhealth in Batavia, NY is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide patient care and therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The role entails treating patients, instructing them and their families on assistive devices, and maintaining clinical records.

The ideal candidate must possess a valid PTA license from NYS and have at least one year of practical experience. The position involves a mix of outdoor and non-office work environment.

Qualificações

• Current, valid PTA license issued by NYS Department of Education required.
• One year of practical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.

Responsabilidades

• Treat patients to relieve pain and restore function.
• Instruct patients and families in the use of assistive devices.
• Document clinical progress notes for patient records.
• Attend staff meetings and case conferences.

Conhecimentos

Patient treatment

Communication skills

Instruction in assistive devices

Formação académica

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Physical Therapy Assistant- Genesee County

Full Time Technical Batavia, NY, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 3081

Salary Range: $24.00 To $31.00 Hourly

Role and Responsibilities

A qualified professional who provides physical therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician under the direct (but not on-site) supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Essential Functions

• Treat patients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to reach the highest level of independence possible.
• Instruct patients and their families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Write clinical progress notes on the date of the visit for inclusion into the patient’s permanent record.
• Attend Physical Therapy staff meetings, conduct in-service presentations and case conferences.
• Perform an on-site, joint visit with the assigned Physical Therapist initially, and communicate regularly for instruction in changes in the patient’s program.
• Communicate regularly with the case manager and other health care professionals assigned to a case.
• Instruct patients and their families in transfer techniques, home exercise program and activities of daily living as assigned by the physical therapist.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Current, valid PTA license issued by NYS Department of Education required.
• One year of practical experience as a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.

The PTA is primarily a non-office setting and may be exposed to outdoor conditions.

Working Conditions

Classified as medium work:

• Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Medium work involves sitting and standing.

Physical Requirements

The following is a description of the physical requirements on a daily basis for the PTA. While performing the duties of the job the employee is regularly expected to:

• Stand
• Sit
• Hear
• Walk
• Talk
• Stoop or kneel
• Repetitive motion

EOE/AA Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran