Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Regal Heights Rehabilitation & Nursing Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Regal Heights Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a per diem Physical Therapy Assistant for a Skilled Nursing Facility in Queens, NY. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Responsibilities include providing skilled therapeutic interventions under a Physical Therapist's supervision, documenting patient progress, and educating caregivers. NY PTA license required; new graduates are welcome.

Qualifications

• Valid NY professional license.
• Graduated from an accredited PTA program.
• New graduates are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled therapeutic intervention and services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Follow all facility regulations and HIPAA confidentiality guidelines.
• Adhere to scheduled hours and conduct yourself professionally at all times.
• Provide documentation of patient’s condition and caregiver/patient education as appropriate.
• Regularly discuss patient progress with supervising Physical Therapist and address any concerns.
• Ensure safe treatment practices and monitor patient engagement, adjusting as necessary.

Education

Graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Job description

Looking for a PER DIEM Physical Therapy Assistantfor a Skilled Nursing Facility in Queens, NY. We are offering competitive compensation, andacomprehensive benefit package.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Provide skilled therapeutic intervention and services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
2. Follow all regulationsandguidelines of facilityincluding compliance with confidentiality and HIPPA.
3. Adhere to discussed scheduled hours and conducts self in a professional manner at all times.
4. Provide documentation ofpatient’s condition, and provide caregiver/patient education as appropriate.
5. Regularly discusswith supervising Physical Therapist patient’s progress and any concerns or guidance needed.
6. Ensure safe treatment practices and monitors patient’s engagementandresponses to treatment,modifies as necessary.

Requirements include:

1. Valid NY professionallicense
2. Graduatedfrom an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
3. Preferred experience with rehab optima and skilled nursing facilities
4. New graduates are welcome