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Physical Therapy Assistant

2 months ago


Oceanside, New York, United States METRO PHYSICAL & AQUATIC THERAPY Full time
Job Description

At Metro Physical & Aquatic Therapy, we are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to join our dynamic team. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care and support to our patients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist Therapists: Serve as a scribe for recording and editing therapeutic exercises under the supervision of a Doctor of Physical Therapy and/or Occupational Therapy.
  • Patient Care: Help treat patients by preparing heat and ice packs; paraffin dips; assisting patients to the pool; guiding patients to exercise equipment, monitoring motion; tracking patient physical exertion levels; guiding patients through prescribed exercises and strengthening techniques.
  • Equipment Maintenance: Ensure operation of treatment equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
  • Patient Education: Educate patients by demonstrating proper use of equipment and exercise routines.
  • Preparation and Setup: Prepare patients for therapy treatment by welcoming, comforting, providing, and/or assisting patients into therapy sessions.
  • Communication: Provide information to patients by answering questions and requests; allaying fears.
  • Confidentiality: Maintain patient confidence and protect operations by keeping information confidential.
  • Environment: Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
  • Supply Management: Provide equipment and supplies by sterilizing and delivering equipment and supplies to the treatment area; positioning equipment for therapist access; positioning patients on equipment.
  • Room Preparation: Prepare treatment room for patients by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
  • Front Desk Coverage: Provide front desk coverage as needed; this includes answering calls from physician offices, hospitals, and patients, and assisting with scheduling.
  • Additional Duties: Perform other duties and assignments as required.

Requirements:

  • Must be able to cover 15-20 minutes from your home office. You are responsible for your transportation to and from work including any coverage shifts you accept.
  • Knowledge of Anatomy & Kinesiology.
  • Knowledge of the equipment used in therapy work.
  • Knowledge of the behavior and needs of patients.
  • Knowledge of proper strengthening techniques.
  • Knowledge of the use of restraints and aggressive behavior management practices.
  • Ability to successfully complete in-service training.
  • Ability to observe, evaluate, and record conditions, reactions, and changes in patients' physical condition.
  • Ability to maintain appropriate attitude and conduct necessary to the welfare of patients.
  • Ability to create and maintain records and write brief reports.
  • Ability to communicate effectively.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the staff member is frequently required to walk, stand; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The staff member can regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

The above statements are meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The incumbent must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle and prioritize multiple, completing tasks and demands and to seek supervisory assistance as appropriate.

Incumbents within this position may be required to assist or find appropriate assistance to make accommodations for disabled individuals in order to ensure access to the company's services (may include: visitors, patients, staff members, or others).