Physical Therapy Assistant - Weekend

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in New York is seeking a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant. The role involves completing treatments based on evaluations by physical therapists, monitoring treatment responses, and providing in-service education. An Associate's degree and New York State licensure or eligibility is required, alongside CPR certification. Weekend work (Saturday & Sunday) is preferred. This position allows for professional growth in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation department.

Qualifications

• NYS License or eligible with two years clinical experience required.
• Candidates with less than 2 years experience may consider entry level position.
• CPR certification required by the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Complete treatments per initial evaluations by physical therapist.
• Monitor responses to treatments and modify as needed.
• Provide in-service education and community education.

Skills

Clinical supervision

CPR Certification

Education

Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

Will complete treatments per initial evaluation completed by a physical therapist; monitor response to treatment and modify treatment appropriately and complete appropriate documentation. Other responsibilities include: providing in-service education and community education within the scope of knowledge base, clinically supervise PTA SL1, PTA students, rehab therapy USTs, and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant, NYS License or eligible and two years eligible clinical experience required.
• Candidates who possess an Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant, NYS licensure or Limited Permit or eligible and less than 2 years experience will be considered for appointment to an entry level (SL1) position at commensurate salary.
• CPR certification required by time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Work Days: Saturday & Sunday

Message To Applicants

Accepting Physical Therapist Assistant - Weekend applications for current and future openings in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Rehab Therapies.

Recruitment Office: Human Resources