PTA

Oak Hill Manor is currently seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to provide direct patient care services under the direction and supervision of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapy Assistant will be responsible for documenting patient treatments, changes in condition and other pertinent information as required.

PTA Duties Include:

o Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Registered Physical Therapist.

o Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referral to Registered Physical Therapist.

o Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with RPT supervision

o Measuring & recording residents motor function, strength and muscle performance

o Monitors patient responses to treatments and modifies it during treatment sessions as necessary.

o Observe residents and write progress reports.

PTA Requirements include:

Graduate of accredited PTA Program

Current New York State PTA License

Experience in long –term settings preferred