Healthcare: Physical Therapy Assistant-Acute Care - New Hyde Park, New York - (New Hyde Park, NY)

Position overview Assists in administering physical therapy care programs; monitors and communicates patient's progress to Physical Therapist and other medical/ allied health personnel. Maintains medical records for each patient. Schedule: Sunday and Monday Assignments include: Administers direct patient care in accordance with the written and signed prescription of the referring physician or other State authorized practitioner, as directed. Submits required documentation in accordance with the policies and procedures of the department. Maintains progress notes and discharge summaries of assigned patients. Responds appropriately to established department emergency procedures for patient safety and care when necessary Participates in quality improvement chart reviews and activities. May attend family meetings/conferences pertaining to the welfare and management of assigned patients. Requirements Associate's Degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant from an accredited college, required.