Physical Therapy Assistant
- Location
- Lowville, NY | Full Time | $24.71-$31.00
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : Applies physical therapy treatments to patients* or assists in their application in a health care facility under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist; does related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS : This is a skilled sub-professional position involving responsibility for assisting a Physical Therapist with the treatment and prevention of neuromuscular or musculoskeletal disabilities by the application of direct physical therapy procedures to patients. The work is performed under the supervision of a qualified Physical Therapist who evaluates the patient, develops the treatment plan and designates specific responsibility to the assistant. A Physical Therapist is readily available at all times for direction and assistance. Supervision may be exercised over one or more Physical Therapy Aides.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES :
- Applies heat, cold, electricity, light, water treatments, massage, therapeutic exercises, training in phases of ambulation and other activities of daily living according to the Physical Therapist’s direction;
- Observes, records and reports patients’ reactions to treatments and programs;
- Prepares, sets up and maintains physical therapy treatment areas and equipment;
- Assists with therapeutic activity programs in the Residential Health Care Facility;
- Provides for an observes safety precautions during all phases of treatment;
- Confers periodically with the Physical Therapist regarding all facets of patient care and related activities;
- Participates with other personnel in the formulation of the patients’ total health care plans when appropriate;
- Inventories, cleans, stores and otherwise maintains supplies and equipment;
- Supervises Physical Therapy Aides as directed by the Physical Therapist;
- Performs record keeping functions related to maintenance and execution of the physical therapy program.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS :
Working knowledge of the principles, techniques and terminology of physical therapy; working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of apparatus and equipment used in physical therapy; working knowledge of human anatomy and physiology; working knowledge of the concepts and scope and limitations of physical therapy; sufficient physical strength to support and lift adult patients; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to plan and supervise the work of aides; skill in observing and recording patients’ responses to treatments; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Either:
- Graduation from an associate degree program for Physical Therapy Assistants registered by the New York State Education Department; or
- Completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant program approved by the New York State Health Department.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCEPTANCE OF APPLICATIONS :
Certification and current registration by the New York State Education Department as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
Pay Range $24.71 — $31 USD
From Lewis County General Hospital's careers page (Greenhouse), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 8 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job