PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant

Elderwood; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with Employer Matching

PTO & Holiday Package

Health Benefits

Continuing education programs

Job summary

Elderwood in New York State seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to support front-line therapy services for residents and to help improve daily living activities. You will work under a Registered Physical Therapist to deliver skilled treatments and ensure the highest quality of care for each resident.

The role requires graduation from an approved PTA program, a New York State license to practice, and current CPR/BLS credentials.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a physical therapy assistant approved program required.
• New York State license to practice required.
• Current, valid CPR/BLS credentials
• This position requires English language proficiency at an intermediate level or higher.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in planning, developing and carrying out treatment programs and procedures for residents.
• Writes observations of resident's behavior and progress in Progress Notes.
• Maintains statistical records and other departmental reports as requested by Physical Therapist.
• Assist with in-service training programs upon request.
• Assist with keeping supplies in good order and daily sanitation of equipment.
• Arrives to work on time, regularly, and working as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.
• Utilizes electronic timekeeping system.
• Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
• Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
• Performs assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position, and for all staff members of this facility.

Skills

English language proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

New York State license to practice as PTA

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

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• 401K with Employer Matching
• PTO & Holiday Package
• Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Continuing education programs and more!

Salary

$22.00 - $31.00 / hour

Overview

We are seeking a high quality, engaging Physical Therapist Assistant to be on the front lines, making the difference in the lives of our community.

Physical Therapist Assistant Position Overview

Physical Therapist Assistant team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of individuals by providing comprehensive and quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled physical therapy treatments as developed and recommended by a Registered Physical Therapist, ensuring that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Responsibilities

Physical Therapist Assistant

• Assist the Physical Therapist in planning, developing and carrying out treatment programs and procedures for residents.
• Writes observations of resident's behavior and progress in Progress Notes.
• Maintains statistical records and other departmental reports as requested by Physical Therapist.
• Assist with in-service training programs upon request.
• Assist with keeping supplies in good order and daily sanitation of equipment.
• Arrives to work on time, regularly, and working as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.
• Utilizes electronic timekeeping system.
• Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
• Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
• Performs assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position, and for all staff members of this facility.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a physical therapy assistant approved program required.
• New York State license to practice required.
• Current, vaild CPR/BLS credentials
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

EOE Statement

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.