RPTA - Registered Physical Therapy Assistant (Per Diem Opportunity)

What’s Upstate; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision

Direct Deposit

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement Plan 403(b)

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous PTO Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Employee Appreciation Events

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners in Central New York is seeking a Registered Physical Therapist Assistant to support evaluations and treatment planning within a dynamic care team. You will educate clients and staff, complete documentation, and assist in IPP/IEP coordination while maintaining program regulations.

The role requires an A.A.S. or HS diploma with PT trade certificate, up to one year of experience, lifting ability, and a valid NYS driver's license.

Qualifications

• A.A.S. Degree or High School Diploma plus Specialized Trade Certificate (Physical Therapy).
• Up to one year of experience.
• Ability to lift and/or assist individuals in your care and the ability to meet the physical requirements of the specific job.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Assist with program participants’ evaluations and assessments on an ongoing basis.
• Assist in planning and implementing appropriate treatment and goals based upon the evaluation.
• Educate individuals and/or team members about findings of the evaluation, established treatment plans, methods of treatment.
• Educate team members about ongoing services, injury prevention, range of motion, positioning and any other areas within the scope of occupational therapy.
• Complete all required documentation according to program regulations.
• Communicate with other health care professionals relating to all aspects of the IPP/IEP.
• Assist with departmental maintenance and supplies.
• Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees.
• Assist in orienting students, volunteers, and new therapists within the program.
• Provide assessment, fabrication, modification, and repair of splints and other adaptive equipment.

Skills

Lifting ability

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

A.A.S. or HS Diploma with Trade Certificate (PT)

Job description

The Registered Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible to assist with program participant evaluations and assessments, educate individuals and team members, complete required documentation, communicate with other health care professionals regarding the IPP/IEP, assist with departmental maintenance and supplies, participate in Agency activities, assist in orientation to the department and assist with equipment adaptation

Core Responsibilities

• Assist with program participants’ evaluations and assessments on an ongoing basis.
• Assist in planning and implementing appropriate treatment and goals based upon the evaluation.
• Educate individuals and/or team members about findings of the evaluation, established treatment plans, methods of treatment.
• Educate team members about on-going services, injury prevention, range of motion, positioning and any other areas within the scope of occupational therapy.
• Complete all required documentation according to program regulations.
• Communicate with other health care professionals relating to all aspects of the Individual Program Plan (IPP/Individual Education Plan (IEP)).
• Assist with departmental maintenance and supplies.
• Participate in activities as part of the treatment team that may include meetings, trainings, and committees.
• Assist in orienting students, volunteers, and new therapists within the program.
• Provide assessment, fabrication, modification, and repair of splints and other adaptive equipment.

Qualifications

• A.A.S. Degree or High School Diploma plus Specialized Trade Certificate (Physical Therapy)
• Up to one year of experience.
• Ability to lift and/or assist individuals in your care and the ability to meet the physical requirements of the specific job.
• Must have a valid NYS Driver’s License

Benefits

Our work environment provides the opportunity to grow and learn in a fast-paced atmosphere. We offer competitive benefits and salary to include a low-cost individual health insurance plan, dollar for dollar retirement match (up to 7%), life insurance, voluntary benefits and generous paid time off.

• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous PTO Plans (Sick, Vacation and Employee Leave)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Discounts

Upstate Caring Partners is the premier provider of direct-care services and programs in Central New York for individuals of all abilities and their families. If you believe in empowering people, Upstate Caring Partners is an excellent place to start or grow your career.

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