Physical Therapy Assistant - Per Diem-Hospital

NYU Langone Health • Mineola, NY

20h • Onsite

About The Position

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. The Physical Therapy Assistant works as part of a team to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist. Provides appropriate therapy to promote the improvement of mobility, functional ability, and quality of life.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant (Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) approved PTA program).
• Current and valid NYS Physical Therapy Assistant license and registration or limited permit.
• Current and valid BLS or CPR certification from the American Heart Association, required.
• Excellent communication (both oral and written) skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• 1- 2 years Hospital (Inpatient) or Orthopedic (Outpatient) Rehabilitation setting.
• Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient, family, and clinician education regarding the patient's functional status and plan of care.
• Implements appropriate interventions/treatment as indicated by the patient's functional status, diagnosis, and age in conjunction with the supervising therapists established plan of care.
• Monitors patient response to treatment and modifies the plan of care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Interacts and collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes and health care goals.
• Provides clinical supervision to Rehabilitation Aides.
• Maintains accurate, complete, and timely documentation reflecting the interventions and education provided, interdisciplinary communication, and plan of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Financial security benefits
• Generous time-off program
• Employee resources groups for peer support
• Holistic employee wellness program (physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care)

What This Job Offers

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