What are the responsibilities and job description for the PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT position at Bronx Gardens Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Administer treatment programs as established by Physical Therapists
- Focus on providing the highest quality treatment for patients that allows for excellent patient outcomes
- Assess patient condition using knowledge of basic biological and medical science
- Propose treatment goals and objectives
- Implement patient treatment plans with guidance from the Physical Therapist
- Perform certain aspects of patient evaluation and interventions
- Instruct patients on physical therapy interventions, modalities and home exercise programs
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Associate Degree in Physical Therapy from an accredited program
- Valid PTA license in state of practice
- CPR and first aid certification
- 3 years' clinical experience