Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)

Sodus Rehabilitation and Nursing Center - We offer the Following:Premium CompensationGreat Benefits PackageProfessional Growth & StabilityBenefits:401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offResponsible to: Facility Director of Rehabilitation or Rehabilitation Manager and Physical Therapist SupervisorQualifications/Experience:Must possess a current unencumbered NYS license as an Physical Therapy AssistantGraduate of an accredited school with an Associate's degree in Physical TherapyGeriatric experience preferredA current unrestricted driver's license and dependable transportationAble to use necessary computer applicationsAbility to professionally communicate with internal and external resourcesHigh level of motivation and ability to take initiative appropriatelyAbility to function independently as well as part of a teamAbility to function effectively in stressful and changing situationsAbility to positively give and receive oral and written directionEssential Job Functions:Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it does not in any way state or imply that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.Demonstrates working knowledge of skilled restorative therapy and maintenance programsProvides Physical Therapy plan of treatments and modalities according to the established treatment plans as assigned, under the on-site supervision of a licensed Physical TherapistMust possess the ability to deal tactfully and effectively communicate with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general publicMust effectively communicate with residents with visual, speech, auditory, cognitive, physical and emotional impairmentsMust possess the ability to train/supervise and discipline subordinate staffMust be able to relate information regarding a resident's conditionMust possess the ability to assist in planning, organizing and implementing the goals, objectives and policies and procedures of the departmentDocuments resident progress toward Physical Therapy goalsCompletes Daily Activity Schedule and progress notes per facility policy and as directed by the Physical TherapistProvides resident, staff and family education as directedComplies with Federal and State regulations related to rehabilitation therapyCompletes all documentation to comply with professional standard and regulatory requirementsStrives to meet productivity / efficiency goals and self-initiates corrective action plan for non-attainmentUtilizes the clinical software applications per policies and proceduresAssists in ordering necessary equipment for the facility and residentsUtilizes proper body mechanics, techniques and safety while completing job duties and responsibilities.Maintains current professional knowledge of practice of Physcial Therapy and practices within acceptable professional standardsComplies with all facility policies and proceduresMaintains confidentiality of facility and resident informationRespects all residents all resident rightsReports all instances of potential resident abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of resident property immediatelyFollows sanitation and infection control policies and proceduresKeeps Facility Rehabilitation manager and Physical Therapist informed and updated appropriatelyACKNOWLEDGEMENTPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All pay rates and bonuses are paid and/ or awarded to employees based on the facilities policy and/ or the CBA, depending on the position.