Physical Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy Hospital

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Physical Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy Hospital.

In this role, the successful candidate works as part of a team to provide physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist. Provides appropriate therapy to promote the improvement of mobility, functional ability and quality of life. Practices in accordance with the American Physical Therapy Associations (APTA) scope and standards of physical therapy practice.

Job Responsibilities:

• Implements appropriate treatment interventions based on the patient's age, diagnosis, and current functional status in accordance with the established plan of care. Demonstrates effective clinical decision making skills and implements changes/adaptations to the treatment plan as indicated. Anticipates and plans for discharge.
• Maintains communication with the supervising therapist regarding patient changes and modifications to the plan of care.
• Maintains timely, thorough and accurate documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements and departmental policy utilizing approved medical terminology. Documentation should reflect interventions and education provided, the patient tolerance of the session and any updates/changes to the established plan of care and goals. Follows insurance guidelines and utilizes appropriate charges for documentation and charge capture.
• Interacts and collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes and health care goals. Provides on-site clinical supervision to Rehabilitation Aides.
• Provides patient, family, and clinician education and training as it relates to the patient's functional abilities and plan of care.
• Responsible for meeting patient care productivity expectation based on departmental reporting.
• Participates in clinical education of fieldwork students and provides positive learning experiences after 1 year of acute care experience at NYU Langone - Long Island.
• Actively keeps abreast of and uses current trends and research based evidence in physical therapy. Maintains and continues to build upon professional competency through education and annual review.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify, you must have a Associate's Degree Physical Therapy Assistant (Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) approved PTA program). Current and valid NYS Physical Therapy Assistant license and registration. Current and valid BLS from the American Heart Association. Excellent communication (both oral and written) skills. Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Acute care hospital experience, preferred

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

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NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $78,354.38 - $95,531.98 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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