Rpta - Registered Physical Therapy Assistant (Per Diem Opportunity)
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Overview
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. Please visit our careers website to access the full job description located within the job posting. upstatecpjobs.org
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