Physical Therapy Assistant

The Arc Jefferson - St. Lawrence • Watertown, NY

41d • $23 - $31 • Hybrid

About The Position

Provide physical therapy intervention to children and adults with identified impairments under the supervision of a registered physical therapist. Document the delivery of physical therapy intervention in a manner that will achieve reimbursement from funding sources. Attend and participate in meetings as requested by your supervisor and/or program administrators to act as a professional resource and advocate for the children and or adults supported. Conduct in services as requested by supervisor and/or program administrator.

Requirements

• Associates degree in/or completion of two-year college program for Physical Therapy Assistant
• Licensed and registered by New York State
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Exhibit ethical and professional conduct at all times
• Excellent time management, organizational, communication and training skills
• Protect and maintain confidentiality at all times
• Detail oriented
• Proficient use of multiple computer programs
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience with children and adults with developmental disabilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide intervention to support goals established in the plan of care under the supervision of a registered physical therapist.
• Complete daily documentation efficiently, accurately and contemporaneously in compliance with Medicaid standards for reimbursement.
• Ongoing consultation with supervising physical therapist to assist with accurate documentation of progress and/or regression.
• Under the supervision of the physical therapist, act as a resource to assist with training which could include but not limited to the proper use of adaptive equipment, safe patient handling, proper lifting techniques, wheelchair repair/management, etc.
• Under the supervision of a registered physical therapist, assist in adaptive equipment management and repair.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree