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Company Description

Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company who offers Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, Massage and Acupuncture services. We take great pride in inspiring our team to create an everlasting bond with our patients, our doctors, and our community. But it’s not just what we do, it’s who we are. We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.

Job Description

Metro PT is looking for a motivated, compassionate, and forward-thinking licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team as a **floater** , providing coverage throughout **Nassau County, Long Island** . In this full-time role, your clinic location will vary based on clinic needs and schedule demands—you’ll provide care across **all of our clinics** in the region.

You’ll work closely with, and under the direction of, a Physical Therapist to deliver high-quality patient care. Our locations offer well-trained support staff, state-of-the-art facilities, and cutting-edge equipment to help you do your best work. Come be a part of a growing organization and a progressive, supportive, and innovative team!

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.

+ Reports any issues needing resolution to Physical Therapists.

Success Looks Like:

+ A-Game Attitude: Each day in the clinic you 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

Qualifications

+ Licensed Physical Therapist in the state of New York or eligible.

+ Evaluates a patient's need for physical therapy and develops an appropriate treatment plan.

+ Provide appropriate care and treatment to patients based on physician care plan, agency policy and professional standards of care.

+ Instructs family members, PTA's, Home Health Aides, and other caregivers in appropriate physical therapy techniques.

+ Mandatory Certifications: First Aid, AED, & CPR Certifications.

Additional Information

What We Offer!

+ Competitive compensation package

+ 401(k) plan with company matching options

+ Incentive Program

+ Generous Paid Time Off

+ A rich benefits package, including medical, dental, life and long-term disability insurance

+ Full Salaries, Orthopedic Residency Programs available

+ Loan Repayment program- up to $5,000 per year

+ Progressive Leadership Development Programs

+ Up to a $1,500 CEU stipend per year, plus all expenses paid for any speciality certifications towards Schroth, Pelvic Floor, OCS, PCS, NGS or WCS

+ Access to unlimited online CEU’s through our partnership with MedBridge Education

+ New York's 529 College Savings Program

+ Employee Perks: discounted rates for entertainment, travel, fitness, insurance plans, etc. through our partnership with Plum Benefits

+ FSA Plans- pre tax savings plans to pay for unreimbursed medical and dental expenses, travel to & from work

+ Company Events- Annual Family Field Day, Leadership Retreats, and Holiday Awards Celebration

+ And much more!

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $70,000- $80,000. Salary is based on various factors, including relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Additionally, this position is eligible for incentive compensation. The Company's incentive compensation plan is subject to change. Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and other benefits are also available, subject to the terms of the Company's plan.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement and/or if you would like to request an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected]