Physical Therapy Asst

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support therapy services in Home Care. The PTA will document physician-ordered therapy, assist with gait training, and instruct patients in adaptive equipment and safe transfers.

Under supervision of a NYS-licensed Physical Therapist, you will contribute to discharge planning, communicate patient progress, and participate in continuing education to maintain clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Reads, writes and speaks English.
• Must demonstrate computer proficiency.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents PTA services under supervision of a NYS licensed Physical Therapist.
• Implements individualized treatment programs and instructs in use of adaptive equipment.
• Provides gait and ambulation training and instruction in assistive devices.
• Participates in discharge planning and family/patient teaching.
• Communicates with the supervising Physical Therapist and interdisciplinary team on patient progress.

Skills

English proficiency

Computer proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Education

AS: Physical Therapy (Required)

Job description

Job Title: Physical Therapy Assistant

Department: Therapy-Home Care

Location: Rochester Regional Health Home Care- 330 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY 14607

Hours per week: 40

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Job Profile Summary

Position 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Within standards of practice established for a PTA, completes and documents (within agency standard) 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 inservices, 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
HHCS Only: Evaluates home environment for changes needed to increase patient’s independence. Recommends equipment and assistive devices (ramps, bathroom aides, other adaptive equipment) as appropriate.
HHCS Only: Maintains required agency visit productivity.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates Degree from an accredited PhysicalTherapy Assistant program.
HHCS Only: Minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience as a PTA in an acute care setting and/or an acute rehabilitation facility.
Rehab Only: Successful completion of all fieldwork requirements and eligible to sit for PTA or OTA exam.
Reads, writes and speaks English.
Must demonstrate computer proficiency.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Required Licensure / Certification Skills:
Current NYS PT Assistant licensure required.
Rochester Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Aff…Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.

EDUCATION:

• AS: Physical Therapy (Required)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate - Clinical - Moderate clinical roles are patient facing roles that require continual movement, including standing, walking, and lifting 20–50 lbs., along with pushing and pulling medical equipment and assisting with patient positioning. Employees perform frequent bending, twisting, and reaching while completing fine motor tasks in busy or confined clinical environments. High sensory acuity is essential for monitoring patient status and responding to alarms or safety concerns. Emotional and cognitive demands are substantial, involving decision-making under pressure, responding to emergencies, and maintaining sustained focus. Environmental exposures include infectious agents, bodily fluids, chemicals, and radiation. TB testing, mask-fit testing, and physical exams are common requirements.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant certification - NYS Office of Professions

PAY RANGE: $22.60 - $32.00