Physical Therapist Assistant - Sub Acute (SFW)
Department: Rehab
Schedule: Per Diem
Shift: Days w/ weekend & holiday rotation
Hours: 8-4
Job Grade: N13
Union Job: No
Job Details:
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Physical Therapist Assistant - Sub Acute (St.Francis Williamsville):Implement Physical Therapy services for residents of the Therapy Department under the supervision of the PT, or Director of Rehab. These services include but are not limited to: screening, assisting structured assessments, carrying out treatments designed by the PT, documentation and, provision of inservices and attendance at meetings.
 REPORTS TO: 
PT, Director of Rehab
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
Volunteers, aides and students
 
SKILLS AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS (MINIMUM):
EDUCATION:
·        Must have AAS from accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
·        Licensed by state ofNew Yorkto practice as a PTA
 
EXPERIENCE:·        Experience in a Long Term Care Facility preferred
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:
·        Must be able to read, write and speak the English language
·        Communication skills which may be inclusive of approach, tone of voice, speed of communication, respectfulness and non verbal communication
 WORKING CONDITIONS:·        Long periods of standing, walking, lifting if necessary
 
PHYSICAL EFFORT:
ACTIVITY & STRENGTH: (MEDIUM)
Low Lift (floor to knuckle): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
Mid Lift (knuckle to shoulder): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
High Lift (shoulder and above): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
Full Lift (floor to shoulder): Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
Carry: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
Push: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
Pull: Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
Overall Strength Category:  Occasional 0 to 2.6 hours/day (21-50 lbs.); Frequent 2.7 to 5.3 hours/day (11-20 lbs.); Constant 5.4 to 8 hours/day (1-10 lbs.)
 
Dictionary Of Occupational Titles
Constant (C) 67-100% Workday
Occasional - Frequent (F) 34-66% Workday
Occasional (O) 0-33% Workday
Not Present (N)
 
Activity - Job Demand
Walk -Frequent
Climb Stairs- Occasional
Stoop -Frequent
Kneel -Occasional
Crouch- Occasional
Reach (immediate)- Frequent
Reach (overhead) -Occasional
Handling -Frequent
Fingering -Frequent
Sitting- Occasional
Standing- Constant
Push Cart -Frequent
Pull Cart- Frequent
 
 
HR Use Only: NYS DOL
HR Use Only: WW
HR Use Only: HH