PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Job Description:

Position: Physical Therapist Assistants

We are looking for caring and motivated Physical Therapist Assistants (PTAs) to join our team in all five Boroughs. Whether you’re an experienced PTA or just starting your career, we are here to support you.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising Physical Therapist and outlined in the Plan of Care.
• Assist patients with exercises, mobility training, gait, balance, and other therapeutic activities to support rehabilitation and safety.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and communicate changes or concerns to the supervising PT.
• Instruct patients and caregivers in home exercises and safe use of assistive devices or techniques.
• Accurately and promptly document all services provided in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Maintain ongoing communication with the PT to ensure coordinated, effective care.
• Ensure compliance with agency, state, and federal guidelines, including HIPAA and CMS regulations.
• Travel to patient homes/facilities within assigned geographic areas.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and supervisory support as needed.
• All duties as assigned

What We Offer:

• Flexible schedules (that you create)
• Supportive Management Team.
• Professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Required: Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Licensure: Current and unrestricted license to practice as a PTA in the State of New York.
• Certification: Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.
• Preferred: Experience in home health or rehabilitation settings.

Americare is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, age, creed, marital and partnership status, national origin, ancestry, alienage, past or present physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, affectional preference, veteran or military status or citizenship status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.