Occupational therapy assistant Jobs in Buffalo, NY

Physical Therapy Assistant

EXC Amherst NY - Amherst, NY 14226

Overview

Salary Range $21.78 - $39.20 Hourly Position Type Full Time

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our dynamic outpatient orthopaedic team. The PTA will work under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists to provide high-quality care to patients of all ages. This role requires a dedicated professional who is passionate about helping individuals regain mobility, improve function, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Demonstrate our core values of being patient centered, team focused, service driven, accountable, and innovative every day.
• Assist in implementing individualized treatment plans designed by the Physical Therapist to address patient-specific needs.
• Provide hands-on therapy, including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modalities, as appropriate.
• Educate patients and their families about home exercise programs, injury prevention, and self-management strategies.
• Communicate effectively with Physical Therapists, Physician teams, patients, and interdisciplinary team members including Certified Athletic Trainers to ensure continuity of care.
• Provide feedback on patient progress and any changes observed during treatment sessions.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records in compliance with clinic policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Track treatment progress and adjust interventions as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist.
• Assist with clinic operations, including equipment maintenance, treatment area organization, and ensuring a clean and safe environment.
• Participate in team meetings, professional development, and clinic initiatives to enhance patient care.
• Evolve in your role when performing supplemental responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Requirements and Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant in New York State.
• Prior experience in an outpatient orthopaedic setting is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with a wide range of conditions, including sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, and chronic musculoskeletal disorders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with patients of all ages and diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time-management abilities.
• Commitment to providing patient-centered care with empathy and professionalism.
• EMR experience preferred, MEDENT is highly desirable.
• Computer skills required with minimum proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Physical Demands

• Manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to enter data, provide patient care, and operate equipment.
• Corrected vision and hearing within normal range to observe and communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
• Frequent reaching, stooping, squatting, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• Extensive standing and walking required.
• Occasional lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Position requires full range of body motion including ability to position and move patients.

The pay range for this position is determined based on several factors, including the candidate's years of experience, qualifications, training, licenses, designations, and the overall market conditions.

This job description does not state or imply that the duties and responsibilities listed are the only ones required of this position. Team members in this role will be required to perform other job-related duties at the discretion of the employer and may have additional duties assigned as necessary.

Excelsior Orthopaedics and Buffalo Surgery Center are committed to the full inclusion of all applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.