Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Per Diem Weekend

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center; Town of Somers (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our rehabilitation team in Northern Westchester County, NY.

Under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, the PTA will deliver treatments, document progress, and collaborate with all disciplines to provide patient-centered care within a long-term care setting. NY licensure and prior geriatric care experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited PTA program.
• Valid NY PTA license and registration.
• Experience with long-term care/geriatric care preferred.
• Proficient in patient documentation.
• Collaborates with the clinical team to deliver patient-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Carry out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Provide treatment per goals developed by the PT.
• Provide feedback to the supervising PT via documentation or other facility policies.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

PTA

Patient care

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited PTA program

New York PTA license

Tools

Documentation software

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is looking for a talented and hard-working Physical Therapist Assistant to join their ever-growing rehabilitation team. The Paramount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, a family owned Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Facility for over 55 years, is nestled on more than 100 acres in Northern Westchester County, New York. The Rehabilitation Care is rendered with great clinical acumen and advanced technology. The warm and home-like atmosphere contributes to the quality of life of the Long Term Care Community.

Responsibilities Include:

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for carrying out best practice treatments under the supervision of the Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant will provide treatment by adhering to specific goals developed by the PT. As well, the PTA must provide feedback to the supervising physical therapist via documentation or in any other method required by facility policy.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Must have graduated from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant college or university.


• Must have a valid professional license and registration for state of NY


• Provide comprehensive treatment to patients under supervision of Physical Therapist


• Experience with long-term care and/or geriatric care is preferred but not limited to.


• Well versed with documentation writing


• Document patient’s progress on weekly progress note in a timely fashion.


• Collaborates with all disciplines to provide best patient centered treatment and care.


• Exceptional patient service skills and ability to demonstrate clinical excellence


• Report to work on time, adhere to scheduled hours and demonstrate professionalism at all times.


• Perform all other duties assigned by Director of Rehabilitation


• Compliance with confidentiality, HIPPA and Federal Residents Rights.

Compensation: $35-$38/hour

The Parmount at Somers Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.