Physical Therapy Assistant
Excelsior Orthopaedics·Eggertsville, New York
Excelsior Orthopaedics·Eggertsville, New York
Implement individualized treatment plans and provide hands-on therapy to help patients regain mobility and function. Maintain accurate patient records and collaborate with physical therapists and physician teams to ensure continuity of care.
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. QualificationsRequirements 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.
Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program with current or eligible licensure in New York State. Proficiency in computer skills and experience with EMR systems like MEDENT is preferred.
Market context
Physical Therapy Assistant roles in New York are typically driven by ongoing demand in hospitals, outpatient clinics, rehabilitation centers, and long-term care settings. Competition often centers on current New York licensure, hands-on mobility support, and clear communication with patients and supervising therapists. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and prepare examples of safe lifting, bending, and patient communication.
