Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Department: Physical Therapy.

Reports To: Physical Therapist.

Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time.

Position Summary:

Campbell Hall Rehabilitation Center is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide therapeutic services to residents under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. The PTA assists with preparing residents and equipment for therapy and carries out prescribed treatment programs to improve mobility, function, and quality of life.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a two-year, APTA-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current New York State Physical Therapist Assistant license/certification in good standing.
• Minimum of six (6) months experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish positive working relationships with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to lift, transfer, and assist residents safely.

Work Environment:

• Professional and supportive healthcare environment.
• Occasional exposure to residents with serious or terminal illness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

All duties are performed under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

• Administer physical therapy treatments as prescribed by the physician and outlined in the Physical Therapist’s initial evaluation, demonstrating an understanding of each resident’s diagnosis and treatment plan.
• Provide therapeutic interventions, including:
  • Application of heat, cold, ultrasound, massage, and electrical stimulation.
  • Passive, active-assistive, active, and resistive exercise programs.
  • Gait training and progression.
  • Postural drainage and percussion techniques.
  • Instruction in activities of daily living (ADLs), including transfer techniques, bed positioning, and wheelchair mobility.
  • Education for residents and families on transfers (bed, toilet, car), positioning, guarding techniques, and mobility.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and legible documentation of resident status, treatment progress, and attendance.
• Promptly report incidents, changes in condition, or concerns related to resident equipment or treatments to the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Maintain therapy supplies and equipment in proper working order.
• Participate in in-service education and continuing education programs.
• Provide in-service training and validation for CNAs and nursing staff as appropriate.
• Assist with maintaining and updating departmental and facility policies and procedures.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties related to the department as assigned.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and adhere to established safety and infection control practices.
• Delegate and supervise Nursing Rehabilitation Assistants as assigned.

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