Salary $27.00 Hourly Location Lyons - Nursing Home Job Type T & E Exam Job Number 202600110 Department Nursing Home Opening Date 09/24/2026 Closing Date 10/5/2026 5:00 PM Eastern Description

THIS IS A TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EXAMINATION. IT IS NOT A WRITTEN EXAM. THERE IS CURRENTLY A SUBSTITUTE POSITION AVAILABLE.

This is a skilled paraprofessional position involving the application of physical therapy treatments to clients or assists in their application under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist will evaluate the client, develops the goals and treatment plan, and designates specific responsibility to the Assistant. A Physical Therapist is always readily available for direction and assistance. While supervision is not a function of this title, guidance and instruction may be provided to other support staff. Does related work as required. Examples of Typical Duties Provides skilled therapeutic intervention and services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and in accordance with the resident's goals; Documents Patient's progress and response to treatments and interventions in the EMR; Provides for and observes safety precautions during all phases of treatment; Confers periodically with the Physical Therapist regarding patient's progress and any communicates any concerns or guidance needed; Ensures safe treatment practices and monitors patient's engagement and responses to treatment, modifies as necessary. Completes billing and documentation of treatment encounter notes and progress notes in a timely manner; Participates with interdisciplinary team in the formulation of the clients' total health care plans when appropriate; Oversee the work of Physical Therapy Aides as directed by the Physical Therapist. 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 oversee the work of aides; ability to learn and utilize computer software programs; skill in observing and recording patients' responses to treatments; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. Minimum Qualifications Certification and current registration by the New York State Education Department as a Physical Therapist Assistant and maintenance of such certification throughout employment. When giving a job description include: Name of employer, Job Title, Duties performed by you, Start and End Date (Month/Year), Hours worked per week.

• Include all relevant experience. Additional experience may not be accepted after the application is reviewed.
• Give the average hours worked per week. Example 40 hours worked per week. Do not give a range of hours worked per week. Example 20-30 hours worked per week. You will only receive credit for the lowest amount given.
• Part-time experience is prorated
• Give the month and year of your start and end dates worked. If partial dates are submitted, you will receive credit for the least amount of time.
• If you had more than one title at same employer, list as separate employment.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees may be eligible for some benefits depending on their particular Bargaining Unit Agreement. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.