Physical Therapy Assistant- Livingston County

HCR Home Care • Geneseo, NY

3d • $24 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

A qualified professional who provides physical therapy services to patients as prescribed by the attending physician under the direct (but not on-site) supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. This role involves treating patients to relieve pain, restore function, and help them reach the highest level of independence possible. The PTA will also instruct patients and their families on the use of assistive devices, transfer techniques, and home exercise programs. Responsibilities include writing clinical progress notes, attending staff meetings, conducting in-service presentations, and collaborating with case managers and other healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current, valid PTA license issued by NYS Department of Education required.
• One year of practical experience as a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients to relieve pain and/or develop or restore function to reach the highest level of independence possible.
• Instruct patients and their families in the use of prosthetic, orthotic and assistive devices (canes, walkers, wheelchairs, etc.).
• Write clinical progress notes on the date of the visit for inclusion into the patient’s permanent record.
• Attend Physical Therapy staff meetings, conduct in-service presentations and case conferences.
• Perform an on-site, joint visit with the assigned Physical Therapist initially, and communicate regularly for instruction in changes in the patient’s program.
• Communicate regularly with the case manager and other health care professionals assigned to a case.
• Instruct patients and their families in transfer techniques, home exercise program and activities of daily living as assigned by the physical therapist.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree