What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant position at New York Physical Therapy Sports Rehabilitation?
Job Description
Job Description
We are looking for a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to help patients with their rehabilitation workouts, activities, or treatments as prescribed by a physical therapist. You are an ideal candidate if you can work effectively under the supervision of a primary physical therapist to carry out individualized patient care plans for people with chronic conditions or recovering from an injury or surgery. For this position, we need a self-motivated individual who is willing to work with people of all ages and deliver consistent, high-quality patient care.
Responsibilities
- Prepare materials, accessories, and equipment for patient use
- Instruct patients on how to perform rehabilitation exercises and activities according to the physical therapist's plan of care
- Carefully monitor and adjust patients during exercises to ensure proper form
- Document and evaluate patient progress according to company guidelines
- Coordinate with the patient's family and health care team as needed
- Travel to patient homes, hospitals, outpatient clinics, schools, and training facilities when required
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