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About the Role

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) administers physical therapy modalities and rehabilitation treatments under the direction of a physical therapist. The PTA assists patients in restoring function, preventing disability, and reaching maximum performance levels within their capabilities. This role also involves participating in departmental operations, performance improvement activities, and team conferences.

Responsibilities

Administer physical therapy modalities and rehabilitation treatments as directed by the physical therapist.
Assist with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability.
Assist patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities.
Participate in operational aspects of the department.
Perform performance improvement activities.
Attend team and/or family conferences as needed.

Requirements

Holds current certificate as Physical Therapy Assistant.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Strong written and verbal English skills.

Skills

Basic knowledge of physical medicine
Basic knowledge of physical therapy modalities
Basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Basic computer knowledge

Location

Rhinebeck-NDH 6511 Springbrook Avenue

Work Type

Per Diem

Education Level

AA degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

Salary/Compensations

$41.00 - $76.16 Hourly

About the Company

Northwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians.
Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities.
Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better.