What are the responsibilities and job description for the PTA Physical Therapist Assistant position at Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury?
PTA Physical Therapist Assistant
Join our Team at the Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury!
We are a one-of-a-kind rehabilitation and community re-entry facility in Lake Katrine, NY, specializing in Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Ventilator Care and Ventilator Weaning, Neurobehavioral Disorders, and Complex Medical Recovery. Our facility is designed to promote re-acquisition of cognitive, physical and social skills in a naturalistic setting, and we are currently seeking a PTA Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team on a per diem basis.
Responsibilities:
Review requests for music therapy and physician's orders
Interview residents to determine type of treatment and schedule therapy
Select rehabilitative and therapeutic activities and exercises based on medical and social history of residents
Evaluate type of therapy most desirable after consulting with physician
Participate in the development and implementation of resident assessments (MDS) and care plans, including quarterly reviews
Assist in transporting residents to and from physical therapy room/area
Demonstrate procedures involved in the treatment process to residents and staff personnel
Perform physical therapy in resident rooms as necessary
Reassure residents before and after therapy treatment
Prepare residents for treatment by dressing and positioning them
Instruct and supervise residents during therapy
Assist residents in ambulatory training as necessary
Recommend modifications and changes in the resident's therapy treatment as indicated
Ensure that all therapist notes are informative and descriptive of the care provided and of the resident's response to the care
Requirements:
Must possess an Associate's Degree from an accredited program conferring the title of Physical Therapist Assistant
Must hold a valid state license
Why Work with Us:
$35 Hour
Opportunity to work with a unique and dedicated team in a state-of-the-art facility
Enjoy our rural 39-acre campus with naturalistic settings, shops, library, music studio, post office, cafe, clubhouse, lounge, art studio, hair salon, gym, and park with walking/jogging path
Be part of a team that is committed to REBUILDING BODY, MIND & SPIRIT
If you are a motivated and compassionate PTA looking for a rewarding career opportunity, please apply to join our team!
Salary : $35