Physical Therapy Assistant Per Diem Physical Therapy Dept Hospital

NYU Langone Health; Village of Mineola (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established healthcare institution is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant to join their dynamic team. This per diem role involves providing essential physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, focusing on enhancing patient mobility and quality of life. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a commitment to patient care, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have an Associate's Degree in a CAPTE approved PTA program.
• Current NYS Physical Therapy Assistant license required.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapy interventions as per the patient's plan of care.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Communication Skills

Basic Computer Skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

BLS or CPR Certification

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity, diversity, and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace diversity, inclusion, and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Physical Therapy Assistant, Per Diem - Physical Therapy Dept / Hospital.

In this role, the successful candidate works as part of a team to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist. Provides appropriate therapy to promote the improvement of mobility, functional ability, and quality of life.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Implements appropriate interventions/treatment as indicated by the patient's functional status, diagnosis, and age in conjunction with the supervising therapist's established plan of care.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and timely documentation reflecting the interventions and education provided, interdisciplinary communication, and plan of care.
• Interacts and collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes and health care goals. Provides clinical supervision to Rehabilitation Aides.
• Monitors patient response to treatment and modifies the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Provides patient, family, and clinician education regarding the patient’s functional status and plan of care.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify, you must have an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) approved PTA program). Current and valid NYS Physical Therapy Assistant license and registration or limited permit. Current and valid BLS or CPR certification from the American Heart Association - Inpatient facility only. Excellent communication (both oral and written) skills. Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
1-2 years in a Hospital (Inpatient) or Orthopedic (Outpatient) Rehabilitation setting.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $38.00 - $38.00 Hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.