Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA
Listed compensation
$37.5-$40.5/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
- FULL TIME EXCELLENT BENEFITS * ENROLL in Aetna Health Insurance 1st of the month AFTER start date - STARTING AT NO COST *
Amazing opportunity to work in a BEAUTIFUL setting in the rolling hills of North Salem with a *TOP RATED* Facility in Westchester County known for providing the highest quality care and resident experience.
Waterview Hills Campus is home to Waterview Hills and Salem Hills Rehabilitation & Healthcare: Two facilities committed to providing outstanding Subacute Rehab and Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care. Together, these facilities offer patients the best rehab and nursing care they can obtain after their hospital discharge.
Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA is responsible to organize and conduct physical therapy programs planned and overseen by the Physical Therapist to facilitate rehabilitation of those residents who have experienced a decrease in functions.
Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA will assist in planning, organizing, developing and implementing Physical Therapy services under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, to ensure that the highest degree of quality resident care can be maintained at all times.
Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA performs treatment programs for assigned residents
Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA enters billing information in an accurate and timely manner
Report resident progress in meetings, i. e. UR Meeting, Patient/Family Conference as deemed required or appropriate
Consult with other members of the rehabilitation team to coordinate physical therapy with other therapeutic activities
Provide Residents with Equipment as Appropriate
Chart notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the therapy provided to the residents, as well as the resident’s response to the therapy
Perform routine documentation as required and in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures. Sign and date all entries made in residents’ medical record.
Cooperate with all departments and staff facilitating harmonious working conditions to promote optimal resident care
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Physical Therapy Assistant, PTA
- Licensed in NY State as a Physical Therapist Assistant, PTA; license in good standing
- Previous skilled nursing facility (SNF) experience highly preffered
- Work well under pressure & willing to work harmoniously with all staff
- Sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and handicapped
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to communicate well verbally with residents, families and staff
- Treat residents and fellow staff with respect, dignity, and compassion
Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, celebrate diversity, & are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all! We comply with disability laws and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees. For assistance with the application, interview process, job functions, or employment benefits, contact the facility directly by calling 914.277.3691 and ask to speak to the HR Department or email us at HR@wvshrehab.com
*Disclaimer: This is a general job summary for advertisement purposes only. A full comprehensive job description can be provided upon request or during the hiring process.
Key Responsibilities
The Physical Therapist Assistant organizes and conducts physical therapy programs under the supervision of a Physical Therapist to facilitate resident rehabilitation. They are also responsible for accurate billing, clinical documentation, and coordinating care with the rehabilitation team.
Key Skills
Physical Therapist Career Context
In New York, the Physical Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$98k (763 salary observations; 1,875 listings), vs ~$94k nationally (15,149 salary observations; 57,960 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$81k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $75k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $78k–$84k | Physical Therapy median $70k (middle half $62k–$74k)16 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| New York vs national | $98k median in New York | $94k nationally (+5%)763 state / 15,149 national salary observations |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$75k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Physical Therapy listings in New York | 779 active | 21,977 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
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