RPTA - Registered Physical Therapy Assistant (Per Diem Opportunity)

Upstate Caring Partners, Inc.; Barneveld (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; 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 (Sick, Vacation and

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Upstate Caring Partners, Inc. seeks a Registered Physical Therapist Assistant to assist with participant evaluations and assessments, help plan and implement treatments, educate participants and staff, and complete required documentation. The role involves collaboration with healthcare professionals regarding IPP/IEP and supporting department operations in Central New York.

Qualification includes an A.A.S. or equivalent with up to one year of experience 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 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 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.

Education

A.A.S. Degree or High School Diploma plus Specialized Trade Certificate (Physical Therapy)

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 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.

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.Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org

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