# Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient

**Company:** [New Solutions](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/ihXmwdQo6v12eLsJPPxX8n.md)
**Location:** Montour Falls, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time

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## Description

**Physical Therapist Assistant, Outpatient**

**Position Responsibilities:**

-   Provides skilled physical therapy treatment under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.
-   Assists with implementing individualized treatment plans established by the Physical Therapist to address each patient's goals and functional needs.
-   Instructs, encourages, and assists patients with therapeutic exercises, functional activities, gait training, balance activities, and activities of daily living.
-   Assists patients in the safe use of assistive and supportive devices, including crutches, walkers, canes, and orthotic devices.
-   Provides physical therapy modalities as directed by the Physical Therapist, which may include hot/cold packs, ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and other appropriate therapeutic modalities.
-   Performs therapeutic activities and manual therapy techniques within the PTA's scope of practice and under the supervision of the Physical Therapist.
-   Monitors and documents patient responses to treatment and reports changes in the patient's condition or progress to the supervising Physical Therapist.
-   Communicates with the Physical Therapist regarding patient progress and assists with appropriate modifications to the treatment program.
-   Participates in discharge planning and reinforces home exercise programs and instructions provided by the Physical Therapist.

## Requirements

Successful completion of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program resulting in an Associate's degree.

_**Current New York State Physical Therapist Assistant license or eligibility for licensure as required.**_

Current CPR Certification.

Prior outpatient or clinical experience preferred.

_**New graduates may be considered.**_

## Benefits

-   Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
-   Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
-   Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
-   Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
-   Short Term & Long Term Disability
-   Training & Development