Physical Therapy Assistant - Home Care

Rochester Regional Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing exceptional patient care under the guidance of a licensed Physical Therapist, ensuring the highest standards of service and support. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping others, with a focus on patient needs and rehabilitation goals. You'll work collaboratively with a dynamic team, contributing to the well-being of the community while advancing your professional skills in a supportive environment. If you're ready to make a difference in patients' lives, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness

Employee Referral Program

401k & Company Matching

Employee Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Same Day Pay through Daily Pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience as a PTA in acute care or rehabilitation.
• NYS Driver's License and PTA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Completes and documents patient care including visits notes and orders.
• Implements individualized treatment programs and provides instruction.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Computer Proficiency

Patient Care Documentation

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:

At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Benefits Effective Date of Hire
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Referral Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Same Day Pay through Daily Pay
• 401k & Company Matching
• Employee Discounts

SUMMARY

Under the direction of a NYS licensed Physical Therapist, the Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides and documents physician ordered occupational therapy services. The PTA provides superior customer service by modeling the Unity Brand Promise and Core Values.

STATUS: Full Time

LOCATION: West Monroe County- Spencerport, Greece, Chili, Gates and surrounding areas

DEPARTMENT: Home Care

SCHEDULE: Day, Monday- Friday 8 am to 4:30 pm

ATTRIBUTES

• Associates Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience as a PTA in an acute care setting and/or an acute rehabilitation facility.
• NYS Driver's License
• Reads, writes and speaks English.
• Must demonstrate computer proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Within standards of practice established for a PTA, completes and documents related to patient care including visits notes, renewal orders and verbal orders. Includes progress or lack of goal achievement in all charting.
• Implements treatment programs individualized to meet patient needs and discharge plans: issues and provides instruction in the use of adaptive equipment. Confers with therapist directly, physician and/or interdisciplinary team members regarding patient response to therapy and any concerns.
• Provides PT gait and ambulation training. Instructs in the use of assistive devices.
• Provides instruction in safe transfer using appropriate body mechanics and equipment.
• Participates in discharge planning, provides timely and adequate patient and family teaching to facilitate discharge plan. Communicates regularly with Physical Therapist who oversees patient’s plan of care.
• Coordinates patient schedule with team members, readily and effectively adjusts schedule to meet changes in census, patient needs.
• Maintains professional growth through active participation in continuing education programs, departmental in services, etc.
• Communicates pertinent information to patient and family members including goals, procedures, progress, etc. as appropriate.
• Displays the capacity for motivating others. Recognizes the effects of his/her own non-verbal behaviors upon others. Correctly interprets and responds to non-verbal behavior of others.
• Evaluates home environment for changes needed to increase patient’s independence. Recommends equipment and assistive devices as appropriate. Maintains required agency visit productivity.

EDUCATION: AS: Physical Therapy (Required)

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE: $22.00 - $30.60

CITY: Rochester

POSTAL CODE: 14607

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans are encouraged to apply.