• Physical Therapy Assistant - Per Diem

    Rochester Regional Health (Rochester, NY)


    Job Title: Physical Therapist

     

    Department: Physical Medicine and Rehab

     

    Hours Per Week: Varys

     

    Schedule: Days

     

    The road to recovery can seem long and onerous after a life-altering diagnosis or event, but Rochester Regional Health Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation is with you every step of the way. Our highly trained therapists support you by offering comprehensive outpatient rehabilitative services, compassionate care, and state-of-the-art equipment all in one place – and all focused on you. Get started on your road to recovery today.

    SUMMARY:

    The Physical Therapist Assistant [PTA] provides physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist.

    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 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:

    + New York State Physical Therapist Assistant License required.

    + Associates Degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program

    + Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    + Prior Physical Therapist Assistant experience preferred.

    EDUCATION:

    LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:

    PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

    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.

     

    For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.

     

    Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

    PAY RANGE:

    $32.00 - $32.00

    CITY:

    Rochester

    POSTAL CODE:

    14621

     

    The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

     

    Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee’s Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.