Review Vacancy
TitlePhysical Therapist Assistant (NY HELPS) - 62716
Occupational CategoryHealth Care, Human/Social Services
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $25.75 to $25.75 Hourly
Duties Description The Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) will assist the Physical Therapist in planning, directing, and administering physical therapy services in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations; Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of resident care plans, and resident assessments; prepare residents for treatment, instruct and supervise resident during therapy; teach basic living skills to residents as necessary; promote resident participation in individual and group recreational activities
The incumbent will help maintain departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control; provide necessary material/equipment for resident to perform required therapy; assist with the care, maintenance, and inventory of Department equipment and supplies; ensure that the therapy area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties/services.
The PTA will perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting and medical records; Assist in interviewing residents to evaluate daily living skills and capacities and determine extent of abilities and limitations; serve as a liaison with families and residents. interpret physical therapy policies and procedures to personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and government agencies; instruct resident and family members in home physical therapy programs as well as care and use of adaptive equipment. The PTA will also serve on, participate in, and/or attend various committees of the Home as required; provide guidance and training for new and/or less experienced personnel; maintain an excellent working relationship with the medical profession and other health related facilities and organizations. Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc., to keep abreast of current changes in your field, as well as to build skills and enhance growth and development.
Minimum Qualifications Current New York State employee with one or more years of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service in a position allocated to Grade 18 or above, and that is eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law to Physical Therapist Assistant.
Open Competitive HELPS qualifications: If less than three interested and qualified New York State Department of Health employees serving in the direct-line, lower-level title(s) within the agency apply to this opportunity, the agency may make a non-competitive appointment under the NY HELPS program: Possession of a certification and current registration to practice as a physical therapist assistant in New York State.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in long-term care
Additional Comments One temporary, competitive or non-competitive per-diem appointment via HELPS.
Transfer candidates may be asked for their Social Security Number to verify your transfer eligibility. For more information on transfer types, transfer eligibility criteria, and the current transfer determinants for your title, visit the following website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
Degrees awarded from educational institutions outside of the United States, or its territories must be independently verified for equivalency. Please see https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm for additional information.
This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
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Name New York State Veterans' Home at Oxford
Email Address oxfordhr@nysvets.org
Address
Street NYS Veterans Home at Oxford
4207 State Hwy. 220
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to oxfordhr@nysvets.org, with Reference, Physical Therapist Assistant 62716, included in the subject line or by mail to the Veterans Home at Oxford, 4207 State Highway 220, Oxford NY 13830, or by fax to (607) - 843 - 3236. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.