Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA
Employer
- Gables Search Group
Job Description
Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) -
- Setting: Skilled Nursing Facility
- Location: Lake Placid, NY
- DIRECT HIRE
- PERMANENT, OR
- A TRAVELER ACCEPTED
- Full-Time
- New PTA Program Grads Welcome
- Excellent Benefits Package
- Competitive Compensation, based on experience
Enjoy being a part of a strong and diverse team.
Physical Therapy Assistant team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing comprehensive and quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled physical therapy treatments as developed and recommended by a Registered Physical Therapist, ensuring that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times.
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Physical Therapist in planning, developing and carrying out treatment programs and procedures for residents.
- Writes observations of resident’s behavior and progress in Progress Notes.
- Maintains statistical records and other departmental reports as requested by Physical Therapist.
- Assist with in-service training programs upon request.
- Assist with keeping supplies in good order and daily sanitation of equipment.
- Arrives to work on time, regularly, and working as scheduled, responsible for own transportation.
- Utilizes electronic timekeeping system.
- Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
- Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
- Performs assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position, and for all staff members of this facility.
Qualifications:
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Graduation from a physical therapy assistant approved program required.
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New York State license to practice required.
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Interest in physical therapy treatments for the geriatric and sub-acute population utilizing a team approach.
About the area: Lake Placid is a village near the lake of the same name, in New York State’s Adirondack Mountains. It's known as a Winter Olympics venue and a hub for snow sports and other outdoor pursuits. In the center of town, Mirror Lake has a trail around the shoreline. The Lake Placid Olympic Museum is a popular attraction.
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Location
Lake Placid, NY
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Date Posted
604 days ago
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