Physical Therapy Assistant - Acute Care

Physical Therapy Assistant

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

Full Time Position

Location: Rochester General Hospital - 1445 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621

Department: Physical Therapy

Schedule: Days; 8-hr. shifts; schedule options include 7 am - 3:30 pm, 7:30 am - 4 pm, or 8 am - 4:30 pm. Weekend shift requirements: one (1) weekend every 6 weeks

Responsibilities

• Team. Assist in implementation of new programs and procedures; assist in mentoring and training new team members; Contribute creative ideas to add to treatment programs
• Treatment. Implement physical therapy treatments as planned and directed by a physical therapist; provide home instruction and assistive equipment if necessary
• Patient Care. Provide a 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

• Two-year college degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.
• 3 months of experience derived through educational fieldwork
• Excellent communications skills
• Required Licensure/Certification Skills: New York State License required
• Patient-focused, with demonstrated care and compassion

Pay Range: $22.60 - $32.00

City: Rochester

Postal Code: 14621

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.