About the Role
HealthPro Heritage has a full-time Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (LPTA) Opportunity at our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) in Scotia, NY. This position offers a chance to work in a supportive and collaborative environment, making a meaningful impact on patients' lives while growing your career with a leading therapy provider.
Responsibilities
- Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists.
- Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
- Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
- Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
- Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible.
Skills
- Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Location
- Scotia, NY
Work Type
- Full-time
Education Level
- Associate's degree
Salary/Compensations
- $33-$38.00 hourly
Benefits
- Continuous learning and development opportunities
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package
About the Company
- HealthPro Heritage is a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- We offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth.
- As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics.
- We value your skills, listen to your input, and make a meaningful difference in the community.
Equal Opportunity
- HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
- HealthPRO Heritage and its subsidiaries comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company facilities.
- This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
