PRN Physical Therapy Assistant RTG

101 Riverside Hospital, Inc.; Town of Smithfield (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

The PT Assistant role at Riverside Health involves carrying out an individualized program for patients with acute and chronic conditions to maximize quality of life and functional goals. You will follow the plan of care, perform PTA procedures, and record progress for the supervising therapist.

This position requires an Associate Degree as a PTA (or CAPTE-approved program graduate) and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days; Virginia licensure is required upon hire.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• CAPTE program graduate acceptable.
• 1 year healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.
• Perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Therapist.
• Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and proving care accordingly.
• Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.
• Records patients' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.
• Treats patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.
• Provides patient education on interventions.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

CAPTE-approved program graduate

Job description

Smithfield, Virginia

Hiring Range $38.00 - $42.00/Hourly. Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs.

A staff Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) carries out an individualized program for patient with acute and chronic health conditions to maximize their quality of life and achieve their functional goals. The PTA will also maintain a positive working relationship with other health professionals and ancillary staff.

What you will do

• Follows the plan of care and performs PTA procedures as allowed by referral to aid in restoring function, improving mobility, relieving pain, and preventing or limiting permanent physical disabilities.


• Perform services planned, delegated and supervised by the Therapist.


• Assesses patients' needs and status by analyzing evaluated data and interprets information, identifying age-specific needs and proving care accordingly.


• Assists and participates in the training and support of all team members, volunteers and students.


• Records patients' progress and reports the results of each treatment to the physical therapist.


• Treats patients through exercise, massage, gait and balance training, and other therapeutic interventions.


• Provides patient education on interventions.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant (Required) or Program Graduate, Commission on Accreditation of Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) (Required).


• Experience: 1 year Healthcare experience (Preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

• License Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required).


• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required).

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Why Join Us

By joining our team, you can make a difference in people's lives.

Our mission is to care for others as we would care for those we love.

We extend that sense of caring to every patient, resident and customer, as well as to each member of our team.

We offer care at all stages of life, in hundreds of locations, giving you room to grow your career, along with great benefits and perks.

At Riverside Health, your trust and safety are our top priorities.