Division/Department:

OrthoNY/Physical Therapy

Location:

Albany

Job Title:

Physical Therapy Assistant

Reports to:

Physical Therapy Manager

Grade:

Type of position:

Full Time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for patient care under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Supervises and aids in direct patient care and related activities as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides physical therapy treatments according to the physical therapists’ treatment plan;
• Communicates with manager and other health care interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, problems or plans;
• Records daily treatment notes, portions of monthly progress notes, and discharge summaries timely and completely;
• Maintain patient records confidentially;
• Records treatment charges daily and completes charge tickets in accurate and timely manner;
• Implements and executes an established patient treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians and other members of the team.
• Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements.
• Develops and enhances clinical and professional skills through knowledge and professional associations.
• Communicates with patient, families and other clinical staff of treatment variations.
• Provides timely written documentation as required by insurance provider to meet licensing, certification, regulatory, reimbursement requirements and physician treatment plan.
• Supports and participates in department operations and development.
• Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned;

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent required;
• Completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program;
• Current New York State Physical Therapist Assistant license;
• CPR certification required;
• One year as a Physical Therapy Assistant or comparable internship;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with physicians, staff and management

OTHER INFORMATION

• This is an “in office” position in a safe work environment (COVID safety protocols in effect).