About the Role
Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is seeking a motivated, compassionate, and experienced full-time Physical Therapist Assistant dedicated to helping patients reach their goals through personalized treatment plans. Our clinics feature a well-trained support staff and state-of-the-art space and equipment. Join a growing organization that values a progressive, supportive, and innovative team culture!
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.
- Enhances physical therapy department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments, is a team player.
- Reports any issues needing resolution to Physical Therapists.
Requirements
- PTA, Licensed to practice in the State of New York
- 3+ Years of experience as a licensed physical therapist assistant
- Hands on experience with therapeutic exercises, functional training and physical modalities
- Ability to communicate and instruct effectively
- Ability to delegate appropriate support care to non-licensed staff and serve as a resource in their training.
- Each day in the clinic you showcase a desire to connect with people with positive, approachable attitude
- Be able to take constructive feedback and turn it into actionable items
- Ensure that each patient leaves feeling happy and healthy with the ability to exceed their functional goals
Skills
- Physical Therapy
- Patient Care
- Treatment Plans
- EMR Documentation
- Therapeutic Exercises
- Functional Training
- Physical Modalities
- Communication
- Delegation
- Teamwork
Location
- New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 3+ Years
Education Level
- Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant
Salary/Compensations
- USD 36 - USD 45 - hourly
Benefits
- Mentorship Program
- Leadership Development Programs
- Manageable caseloads
- Generous Incentive Plan
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Board Exam Support
- AI-assisted Documentation
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
About the Company
- Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy is a comprehensive multidisciplinary company offering Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy, and Acupuncture services.
- We take great pride in inspiring our team to build lasting bonds with patients, doctors, and our community.
- We are driven by our mission to continually invest in our people and offer the best workplace environment possible.
