Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to join our dynamic outpatient orthopaedic team. The PTA will work under the supervision of licensed Physical Therapists to provide high-quality care to patients of all ages. This role requires a dedicated professional who is passionate about helping individuals regain mobility, improve function, and achieve their rehabilitation goals.

Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

Requirements 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.

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health (with employer contribution), dental, and vision insurance, employer paid base life, and other voluntary benefits*.  Time off benefits include paid combined time off (CTO) and seven paid holidays, plus a floating holiday after one year of service.  Retirement benefits include a 401(k) with company contribution and profit sharing after one year of service.  Qualified team members become eligible to participate in medical benefits on the 1st of the month following date of hire, and retirement benefits after 90 days.   

 We also provide professional development opportunities, flexible work schedules, wellness incentives, healthy vending options, and relaxed dress code on Fridays. Our community-focused culture encourages participation in local events, fundraisers, and causes chosen by our team.  We are committed to providing our employees with the resources they need to thrive both personally and professionally. 

*Other voluntary benefits include Voluntary Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, and legal and identity protection and pet insurance 

Who We Are

Excelsior Orthopaedics is a multi-specialty orthopedic practice that has been providing comprehensive care since 2002.  We have multiple locations throughout the Western New York region and a free-standing ambulatory surgery center, Buffalo Surgery Center.  Excelsior Orthopaedics offers a suite of in-house services including general orthopaedic evaluation and treatment, podiatry, physical & occupational therapy, nutrition counseling, sports training, outreach athletic training, orthopaedic express care, imaging, durable medical equipment, and an outpatient total joint program.  Buffalo Surgery Center provides surgical and procedural treatments for orthopaedic, pain and spine, podiatry, total joint replacement, and gastrointestinal patients.  Our mission is to transform the lives of our patients by restoring function and enhancing quality of life.  We are committed to innovative care that is driven by patient needs and supported by the most skilled, experienced team in Western New York.

Salary : $22 - $39