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Full-Time - Physical Therapist Assistant - Orthopedics

Physical TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$59k-$93k

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 7mo ago

Job Description

Assists in administering physical therapy care programs; monitors and communicates patient’s progress to Physical Therapist and other medical/ allied health personnel. Maintains medical records for each patient.

Job Responsibility

1. Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner, as directed.

2. Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department.

3. Maintains progress notes and discharge summaries of assigned patients.

4. Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care when necessary.

5. Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities.

6. May attend family meetings/conferences pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients.

7. Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

1. Associate's Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.

2. Current License to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in New York State required, plus specialized certifications as needed.

3.1-3 years of relevant experience, required.

*Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e. g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Key Responsibilities

The role involves assisting in administering physical therapy care programs, monitoring patient progress, and communicating updates to the Physical Therapist and other medical personnel. Essential duties include administering direct patient care based on physician prescriptions and maintaining all required medical records and progress notes.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree or equivalent education and experience, along with a current Physical Therapy Assistant License in New York State, plus any necessary specialized certifications. A minimum of 1 to 3 years of relevant experience is required for this position.

Qualifications

Education
Associate degree
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Orthopedics

Orthopedic Surgery — Physical Therapist Career Context

Orthopedic Surgery pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

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