Physical Therapist Assistant

About the Role

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and skilled FULL TIME Physical Therapist Assistant dedicated to helping patients reach their goals through personalized treatment plans. Join a growing organization that values a progressive, supportive, and innovative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Actively participates in patient care, notifying the supervising Physical Therapist of matters concerning the patient's condition.
• Follows the Plan of Care established by the Physical Therapist and practices within state practice guidelines.
• Exercises sound judgement, care, professionalism and skill in the performance of duties.
• Instructs and counsels patients effectively in exercises and recovery.
• Identifies patient’s needs and exhibits compassion and caring.
• Conveys potential modifications ensuring patient’s progress, safety and comfort to the Physical Therapist.
• Completes documentation in the EMR to support the delivery of physical therapy services.
• Under direct supervision of and with co-signature by a PT, records daily notes.
• Provides information to patients by answering questions and requests.
• Helps treat patients by applying ice or heat packs, helping patients onto exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking walking time and distance; performing prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques as requested by PT.
• Educates patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Enhances physical therapy department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments, is a team player.
• Reports any issues needing resolution to Physical Therapists.

Qualifications

• PTA, Licensed to practice in the State of New York.
• Hands on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training, and physical modalities.
• Ability to communicate and instruct effectively.
• Ability to delegate appropriate support care to non-licensed staff and serve as a resource in their training.

Success Looks Like

• A-Game Attitude: Showcase a desire to connect with people with positive, approachable attitude.
• Coachability: Be able to take constructive feedback and turn it into actionable items.
• Patient Satisfaction & Outcomes: Ensure that each patient leaves feeling happy and healthy with the ability to exceed their functional goals.

Additional Information: All experience levels are encouraged to apply; we will train the right new graduate.