We are seeking a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant in Buffalo.
The successful candidate will have a variety of duties, including but not limited to:
Responsibilities
- Work under the direction and supervision of physical therapists to
- Observe patients before, during, and after therapy, noting the patient's status and reporting it to a physical therapist
- Help patients do specific exercises as part of the plan of care and treat patients, using a variety of techniques, such as massage and stretching
- Use devices and equipment, such as walkers, to help patients
- Serve as a liaison to residents, families, support departments, etc. to adequately plan for residents needs
- Record patients' progress and report the results of each treatment to the physical therapist, working with them to discuss and evaluate resident information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment
- Clean treatment areas and set up therapy equipment
- Demonstrate ability to work with geriatric residents
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Current PTA license in NYS required
- Previous PTA experience preferred
- Experience in long term care preferred
- Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable
- Strong customer service skills and compassion