Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care in ROCHESTER, New York at Rochester Regional Health
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SUMMARY
As a Physical Therapy Assistant, your ability to work collaboratively, diligently, and creatively will play an imperative role in your patients’ rehabilitation success through compassion and patient-focused care.
STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital -1445 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621
DEPARTMENT: Physical Therapy
SCHEDULE: Days; 8-hr. shifts; schedule options include 7 am - 3:30 pm, 7:30 am - 4 pm, or 8 am - 4:30 pm. Weekend shift requirements: one (1) weekend every 6 weeks
RESPONSIBILITIES
Team. Assist in implementation of new programs and procedures; assist in mentoring and training new team members; Contribute creative ideas to add to treatment programs
Treatment. Implement physical therapy treatments as planned and directed by a physical therapist; provide home instruction and assistive equipment if necessary
Patient Care. Provide a safe environment and Physical Therapy techniques for patients; Inspire confidence from patients, families, and staff by performing and communicating in a highly professional manner
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two-year college degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
3 months of experience derived through educational fieldwork
Excellent communications skills
Required Licensure/Certification Skills: New York State License required
Patient-focused, with demonstrated care and compassion
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)
PAY RANGE: $22.60 - $32.00
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.