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Physical Therapist Assistant

Location: Rhinebeck, NY, United States

Requisition ID: 50982

Salary Range: 22.25 - 41.32 HOURLY

Work Shift: Mandatory one weekend day a month with preference for additional availability on weekdays and weekends.

FT/PT/PD: Per Diem

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

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Summary: Responsible for administering physical therapy modalities and rehabilitation treatments as directed by the physical therapist. The PTA assists with restoration of patient functioning to prevent disability following injury, disease or physical disability. Assists patients to reach their maximum performance and level of functioning, while learning to live within the limits of their capabilities. The PTA participates in operational aspects of the department, performs performance improvement activities and attends team and/or family conferences as needed.

Job Requirements:

• AA degree from a school or college approved by the American Physical Therapy Association.

• NYS PTA license

• Basic knowledge of physical medicine, physical therapy modalities, anatomy and physiology. Basic computer knowledge.

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Some occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Northern Dutchess Hospital

Org Unit: 1265

Department: Physical Therapy

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $22.25 - $41.32 Hourly

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