Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Category: Therapy Part-Time Location: The McGuire Group | The McGuire Group Pool 455 Cayuga Road Suite 200 Buffalo, NY 14225, USA Pay or shift range: $23 to $25 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, shift, benefit selection or other job-related reasons. Description Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Rate: $23 - $25/hr. (depending on experience) Shift: Full-Time Job Description: A Physical Therapy Assistant works under the direction/supervision of the Physical Therapist. This individual assists the Physical Therapist in providing physical therapy services within their scope of training as selected/delegated by the Physical Therapist. Responsibilities: The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for applying physical therapy modalities, providing therapeutic exercise and functional training with ADLs, providing gait and balance training using specific equipment, documenting progress, conferring with the Physical Therapist regarding patient/resident program modifications, assisting with evaluative techniques, participating in care planning, and other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapist. Requirements: AAS in Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited program and Certificate of Registration in New York State CPR certification Physical strength to lift between 50-100lbs Able to collaborate with a wide range of healthcare disciplines Possess thorough knowledge of the educational and therapeutic values of physical therapy, including being acquainted with patient/resident diagnosis, precautions/contraindications, and current treatment protocols Strong written and verbal communication skills Benefits: Weekly Paychecks Same-Day Pay Optionsis> Health, Dental, Life Insurance Retirement/401k Clinically Complex Positions Apply today to join a team committed to maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for our residents and staff! Qualifications Education: Associates or better in Pre-Physical Therapy or related field. Licenses & Certifications: Required: PTA Preferred: CPR Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr