Health Plus Management, LLC Williamsville , NY 14221
Posted 2 months ago
Advanced Care Physical Therapy is dedicated to delivering a best-in class experience during every patient interaction. With a hands-on manual approach that includes non-surgical treatment to relieve pain, promote healing, increase athletic performance and prevent future injury. We specialize in physical therapy services, wellness programs, scoliosis care and working with athletes to improve performance both on and off the playing field.
The assistant will be under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist and work alongside doctors in neurology, orthopedics, and pain management. The assistant will assist patients in active and passive exercises, as well as, complementary therapies. Individual should be motivated and interested in the field of physical rehabilitation.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Physical Therapy Assistant at our Williamsville location.
Responsibilities
Provide quality care to patients by assessing and interpreting evaluations and test results; determine physical therapy treatment plans in consultation with physicians.
Help patient accomplish treatment plan and accept therapeutic devices by administering manual exercises
Instruct, encourage, and assist patients in performing physical activities such as non-manual exercises, ambulatory functional activities, and daily-living activities, as well as using assistive and supportive devices, such as crutches and canes.
Administer physical therapy treatments by giving massages, initiating traction, electrical muscle stimulation, moist hot packs, ice, and ultrasound; direct treatments given by aides and assistants.
Evaluate the effects of physical therapy treatments by observing, noting, and evaluating patient's progress; recommend adjustments and modifications.
Assure continuation of therapeutic plan following discharge by designing home exercise programs.
Document patient care services by charting patient notes in E.H.R. system and/or written charts.
Protect patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols
Knowledge and Experience
Experience working in an outpatient musculo-skeletal practice preferred
Ability to communicate effectively with patients
Skills and Abilities
Able to multi-task
Strong customer service skills
Schedule: Monday
Friday: 7am
7pm (Different Schedules Available)
Pay: $17 to $22/ hr (Depending on experience)
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time and/or Part-Time
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Position Requirements
Education and Training
Graduated from a New York State Registered Physical Therapist Assistant Program or CAPTE/APTA Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program. Must be a licensed Physical Therapist or certified as a Physical Therapist Assistant in New York State
Benefits
Medical, PTO, Holidays
EOE Statement
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Health Plus Management, LLC