Physical Therapy Assistant

SUNY Upstate Medical University

Syracuse, NY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
CPR Certification, Clinical Medicine, Conferences, Medical Records, Physical Therapy, Professional Services, Rehabilitation Medicine
LOCATION
Syracuse, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago

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)

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 supervising 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

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SUNY Upstate Medical University