Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant

At Elderwood, our mission is People Caring for People. We strive to not only be the partner of choice for our residents, their families, and community players but also for our employees. Gain confidence, hone skills, and serve with purpose.

As you continue your career pathway in the ever-evolving healthcare space, we want to remind you about the opportunities available at Elderwood, a network of over 40 facilities across the northeast and the largest of 6 business lines in the Post Acute Partner Family of Companies. Elderwood is committed to providing high-quality care to our valued residents. To do this, we rely on skilled and compassionate employees—nurses, aides, therapists, social workers, dietary and housekeeping associates, maintenance staff, and administrative resources—to help us achieve our goals.

Elderwood at Hamburg is searching for a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to add to our team! Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of New York. Full-time opportunity only!

Job Description

• Assist the Physical Therapist in planning, developing, and carrying out treatment programs and procedures for residents.
• Write observations of resident's behavior and progress in Progress Notes.
• Maintain statistical records and other departmental reports as requested by the Physical Therapist.
• Assist with in-service training programs upon request.
• Assist with keeping supplies in good order and daily sanitation of equipment.
• Arrive to work on time, regularly, and work as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.
• Utilize electronic timekeeping system.
• Observe and practice confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
• Recognize and follow the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.
• Perform assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position and for all staff members of this facility.

Requirements

• Graduation from a physical therapy assistant approved program required.
• New York State license to practice required.
• Current, valid CPR/BLS credentials.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors of the Company, and to permit unfettered communication between the employee and those residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Benefits

• 401K with employer matching
• PTO & holiday package
• Full suite of health benefits - medical, dental, vision
• Continuing education programs and more!

Compensation

Physical Therapist Assistant full-time compensation: $22.00 - $31.00 / hour.