Physical Therapy Assistant

Polaris Physical Therapy PLLCbrentwood, NY

$31 - $34 / hour

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Overview

Compensation

$31-$34/hour

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will help Physical Therapists provide physical therapy treatments and procedures. The PTA may, in accordance with New York State Laws, assist in the development of treatment plans, carry out routine functions, document the progress of treatment, and modify specific treatments in accordance with patient status and within the scope of treatment plans established by the physical therapist

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Instruct, motivate. safeguard, and assist patients as they practice exercise or functional activities. Observe patients during treatments to compile and evaluate data on their responses and progress and provides results to the physical therapist in person or through progress notes
Confer with physical therapy staff and others to discuss and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment. Communicate with and instruct caregivers and family members on patient therapeutic activities and treatment plans
Transport patients to and from treatment areas, when required, lifting and transferring them according to positioning requirements
Secure patient onto or into therapy equipment
Administer active and passive manual therapeutic exercises, therapeutic massage, aquatic physical therapy, and heat, light, sound, and electrical modality treatments such as ultrasound
Measures patients range-of-motion, body parts, and vital signs to determine effects of treatments or for patient evaluations
Monitors operation of equipment and records use of equipment and administration of treatment
Fit patients for orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

Excellent customer service and patient care skills
Basic understanding of physical therapy and medical terminology

EDUCATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Associate degree or certification from physical therapy program that included course study in anatomy and physiology, and relevant clinical experience
MUST be licensed in New York State to practice as a physical therapy assistant

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Fit to stand for prolonged periods of time when required
Fit to perform patient lifting, pushing, transferring to/from one area to the other
Fit to perform frequent reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching

JOB TYPE

Full-time and Part-time

SALARY

$31.00-34.00 per hour

BENEFITS

401K
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Vision
Health Savings Account
Paid Time Off
CEUs

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This job at Polaris Physical Therapy PLLC is located in brentwood, NY, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Polaris Physical Therapy PLLC?

Candidates can expect a pay range of $31–$34 per hour for this role.

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