What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physical Therapy Assistant (Woodbridge, NJ) position at University Orthopaedic Associates, LLC?
University Orthopaedic Associates - a Division of OrthoNJ, is a leading orthopedic practice which provides a full spectrum of orthopedic care and rehab services for our patients. Our board certified surgeons each subspecialty trained offer the best care in sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, traumatology, hand and upper extremity surgery, foot and ankle surgery and surgery of the spine.
UOA’s Center for Rehabilitation and Sports Excellence is searching for a Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant for our Avenel Rehab Center located at 1050 Rt. 1 North, Avenel, NJ.
We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package!
Qualified Candidates:
- Graduate from an approved Physical Therapy Assistant curriculum
- Proficient in Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc)
- Flexible schedule with required rotating evenings and alternating day scheduling
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively explain treatment plans to patients
- Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- The ability to pay close attention to the patient’s progress and be detail oriented
- Knowledge of EMR systems, a benefit, but not required
- Outpatient orthopaedic setting experience, a benefit, but not required
Key Responsibilities:
- Implements and executes on established Patient Education Sessions – learning the post-op recovery and protocol prior to total joint (knee and hip) replacement
- 30-minute follow-up with UOA patients
- Assists with treating patients for coverage purposes as needed
- Interpret the results of the Body Composition Testing for clients who have this service completed (same day read of results)
- Communicates with patient, families, referring physicians and other members of the team
- Provides timely written documentation per facility and department requirements
- Reports any changes in patient status or needs to supervising therapist on a timely basis
- Supports and participates in department operations and development
https://uoanj.com/
University Orthopaedic Associates, a Division of OrthoNJ, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant or employee because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age or military or veteran status in accordance with federal law. In addition, UOA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every jurisdiction in which it maintains facilities. UOA also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. Qualified minorities and/ or women are encouraged to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Orthopedics
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
