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As you continue your career pathway in the ever-evolving healthcare space, we want to take a moment to remind you about the opportunities available at Elderwood, a network of over 40 facilities across the northeast & the largest of 6 business lines in the Post Acute Partner Family of Companies. Elderwood is an organization 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 & housekeeping associates, maintenance staff and administrative resources - to help us achieve our goals.
Physical Therapy Assistant Pay Rate : $29.23 - $44.00 / hour PLUS experience credit! Earn more with experience!
NEW, Gas Allowance Benefit for Full and Part-time positions!
Our Therapy department is now under NEW LEADERSHIP!
Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid is seeking an engaging, compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to be on the front lines, making the difference in the lives of our residents and their families. We are looking to fill our FULL TIME position. This position will be staffed specifically on our REHAB unit.
Must have a State specific Physical Therapy Assistant License to apply
Apply today! Elderwood of Uihlein at Lake Placid Benefits:
Gas Allowance StipendNewly, renovated buildingFull Benefits PackageEmployee referral programContinuing education program with a benefit of up to $1,000! (based on tenure)This position is located in Lake Placid, NY., home of the 1980 Winter Olympics!
Physical Therapy Assistant Position Overview:
Physical Therapy Assistant team members assist with ensuring the health and well-being of our residents by providing comprehensive and quality therapy services. This position is responsible for administering skilled physical therapy treatments as developed and recommended by a Registered Physical Therapist, ensuring that the highest degree of quality resident care is maintained at all times.
ResponsibilitiesPhysical Therapy Assistant Responsibilities:
Assist the Physical Therapist in planning, developing and carrying out treatment programs and procedures for residents.Writes observations of resident’s behavior and progress in Progress Notes.Maintains statistical records and other departmental reports as requested by Physical Therapist.Assist with in-service training programs upon request.Assist with keeping supplies in good order and daily sanitation of equipment.Arrives to work on time, regularly, and working as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.Utilizes electronic timekeeping system.Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.Recognizes and follows the dress code of the facility including wearing name tag at all times.Performs assigned duties according to the service excellence standards and goals established for this position, and for all staff members of this facility. QualificationsPhysical Therapy Assistant Qualifications:
Graduation from a physical therapy assistant approved program required.
New York State license to practice required.
Interest in physical therapy treatments for the geriatric and sub acute population utilizing a team approach.
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. EOE Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed
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