Physical Therapist Assistant

By rw-admin | June 14, 2023 | Comments Off on Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description:

PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT (PTA) –

  • Full-time (minimum 30 hours per week)
  • Direct Hire
  • New PTA program grads welcome.
  • Competitive Compensation, based on experience.
  • Benefits Package
  • Professional Growth & Stability
  • Innovative Training Programs

Location: Hempstead, NY

Duties Include:

  • Measuring & recording Residents motor function, strength & muscle performance.
  • Assists physical therapists in developing treatment plans.
  • Observe Residents and write progress reports.
  • Evaluate the capability of Residents to function independently.
  • Assist Residents in carrying out specific exercises.
  • Treat Residents with varieties of techniques, like stretching and massage.
  • Help Residents use necessary equipment and devices.
  • Educate Residents how to exercise properly to strengthen muscle & improve mobility.
  • Maintain Resident confidence by monitoring confidential information processing.
  • Maintains safe and clean working environment.
  • Complies with federal, state, and local legal and professional requirements.
  • Contributes to team effort.

Requirements Include:

  • Graduate of an accredited PTA Program.
  • Current New York State PTA License.
  • Experience is a plus.

Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an accredited PTA Program.
  • Current New York State PTA License.

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

  • About the area:The town of Hempstead, historically known as South Hempstead, is the largest of the three towns in Nassau County in the U.S. state of New York. It occupies the southwestern part of the county, on the western half of Long Island. Twenty-two incorporated villages are completely or partially within the town. Department of Recreation offers a wide variety of recreational events, sports lessons, fitness, and cultural arts classes for residents of all ages. The Newbridge Arena ice rink in Bellmore is open year-round and offers both public and private skating sessions, while visitors can take a tour of the Rock Hall Museum in Lawrence. Elsewhere in Hempstead Town, Lido and Merrick Road golf courses are currently open for tee times, while the Norman J. Levy Park and Preserve in Merrick remains a popular destination for hiking trails and taking in the scenic views atop the summit.

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : 50000

Salary Max : 65000

Currency Type : US Dollars