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Physical Therapy Assistant

  • Syracuse
  • Allied Health
  • Full-time
  • Opening on: Feb 5 2026
  • PM&R - Rehab Therapies
  • State of New York
  • TH Physical Therapy Assistant 1, NSSL2
  • PTA2026
  • UUP (State University Professional Services Unit)
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Job Summary:

Will complete treatments per initial evaluation completed by a physical therapist; monitor response to treatment and modify treatment appropriately; attend designated clinics, rounds and conferences and render patient information; complete appropriate documentation. Other responsibilities include: providing in-service education and community education within the scope of knowledge base, clinically supervise PTA SL1, PTA students, rehab therapy USTs, and volunteers.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant, NYS License or eligible and two years eligible clinical experience required.

Candidates who possess an Associates degree as a Physical Therapy Assistant, NYS licensure or Limited Permit or eligible and less than 2 years experience will be considered for appointment to an entry level (SL1) position at commensurate salary. 

CPR certification required by time of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:

 

Work Days:

Monday - Friday rotating holidays and weekends

Message to Applicants:

Accepting Physical Therapist Assistant applications for current and future openings in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation - Rehab Therapies. 

Recruitment Office: Human Resources         

 

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability or other protected classes under State and Federal law.

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