Physical Therapy Assistant - Rehab
About The Position
The Physical Therapy Assistant provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist, documents treatments according to department standards, and monitors patients’ responses to treatment. The role participates in multidisciplinary activities, continuing education programs, and quality improvement programs and projects. It also provides supervision to students during their clinical affiliations. The assistant helps implement new programs and procedures, mentors and trains new team members, and contributes ideas to treatment programs. The position delivers planned physical therapy treatments, provides home instruction, and assists with assistive equipment when needed. It focuses on maintaining a safe environment, using appropriate physical therapy techniques, and communicating professionally to inspire confidence among patients, families, and staff. This is a full-time, day-shift position at the RRH-Helen Snell Medical Campus in Potsdam, New York. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a weekend rotation every 4–6 weeks. The posted pay range is $22.60–$32.00. The role has moderate clinical physical demands, including frequent movement and patient-facing care.
Requirements
- Two-year college degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
- Three months of experience derived through educational field work.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- New York State PTA license required.
- Patient-focused approach with demonstrated care and compassion.
Nice To Haves
- For ElderONE employment, one year of experience with a frail elderly population is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide physical therapy treatments under the supervision and direction of a physical therapist.
- Document treatments according to department standards and monitor patients’ responses to treatment.
- Participate in multidisciplinary activities and continuing education programs within and outside the hospital.
- Supervise students during their clinical affiliations.
- Participate in quality improvement programs and projects.
- Assist in implementing new programs and procedures.
- Assist in mentoring and training new team members.
- Contribute creative ideas to treatment programs.
- Provide home instruction and assistive equipment when necessary.
- Provide a safe environment and appropriate physical therapy techniques for patients.
- Communicate and perform professionally to inspire confidence in patients, families, and staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
