Physical Therapist Assistant

Elm Manor is currently looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide services to residents at its boutique facility in Canandaigua, NY

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a degree from an accredited college or university for Physical Therapy Assistant
• Evidence of current registration with the NYS Education Department required
• Current NYS License as a PTA is required.
• Experience as a PTA in geriatrics is not required, but preferred.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in program planning, development and execution of treatment programs in accordance with recommendations made by the PT.

• Provide documentation of residents' status relevant to screening, assessments, treatment programs, progress notes, discharge planning and follow-up care. In addition, maintain departmental records and documentation.

• Provide direct patient care including screening, training, issuance of appropriate durable medical equipment, fabrication and monitoring of orthotic devices and the implementation of treatment programs as directed by the PT. Report observations of residents' performance, response to services and/or recommendation for termination of resident services to the OTR.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS: Supervised by: Physical Therapist & Director of Rehabilitation

Salary Range: $38 - $42 / hour