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Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant

St. Lawrence Health SystemRochester, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Medicine & Rehab at Rochester General Hospital (RGH) offers the largest physical therapy and rehabilitation program in the region. Our team combines compassion and respect with cutting-edge therapy and rehabilitation treatments for patients of all ages - from pediatrics to geriatrics.

As a Physical Therapy Assistant, your ability to work collaboratively, diligently, and creatively will play an imperative role in your patients' rehabilitation successes, through compassion and patient focused care.

Responsibilities :

  • Assist in implementation of new programs and procedures; assist in mentoring and training new team members; Contribute creative ideas to add to treatment programs
  • Implement physical therapy treatments as planned and directed by a physical therapist; provide home instruction and assistive equipment if necessary
  • Provide safe environment and Physical Therapy techniques for patients; Inspire confidence from patients, families and staff by performing and communicating in a highly professional manner

Required Qualifications :

  • New York State License required
  • Two year college degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
  • 3 months experience derived through educational field work
  • Excellent communications skills
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • For ElderONE EMPLOYMENT : 1 year experience with frail elderly population preferred
  • Education :

    PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant certification - New York State Education Department (NYSED)

    Physical Requirements :

    M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and / or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

    Pay Range : $22.60 - $34.00

    Rochester, NY 14621

    Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority / Female / Disability / Veterans

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