Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant JobID: 3209

Position Type:

Classified Staff/PHYS THER ASST

Date Posted:

7/24/2025

Location:

Multiple Locations

Closing Date:

08/31/2025

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Applicant must have be on an active civil service list in order to be eligible for this position.

Assists professional physical therapist perform physical therapy activities in both the physical therapy area or classroom environment; performs related duties as required.

COMPLEXITY OF DUTIES

Under direct supervision, the position requires the use of judgment, and the duties are performed in accordance with physical therapy practices and policies.

TYPICAL DUTIES

1. Assists in administering professional physical therapy treatments to students during both individual sessions and group activities.

2. Provides developmental activities including gross-motor, fine-motor and self-help skills.

3. Provides routine training in activities of daily living with or without the use of prosthetic or other equipment.

4. Assists in the preparation of students who are to receive treatments in accordance with planned programs.

5. Assists in the maintenance and care of equipment and supplies.

6. Assists in the therapeutic management and care of the student in the school environment.

7. Monitors classroom programs such as therapy programs administered by classroom aides and other school personnel.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

1. Knowledge of the modern principles, techniques, and equipment used in physical therapy.

2. Knowledge of possible hazards to students during treatment and necessary remedial measures.

3. Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

4. Some skill in applying massages through established techniques.

5. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Training and Experience

Continuing possession of a certificate as a Physical Therapist Assistant issued by New York State Department of Education.

NOTE: In lieu of the above, possession of a limited permit to practice at an appropriate Nassau County School District is acceptable.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The Nassau BOCES offers employment and educational opportunities without regard to age, color, creed, disability, familial status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, race, religion (including religious practice and/or expression), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation or victim of domestic violence status. In accordance with Federal law, the Nassau BOCES shall provide equal facility access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.

The Nassau BOCES shall not discriminate or take any retaliatory action against an employee with respect to compensation, terms, conditions or privileges of employment because of the employee's or dependent's reproductive health decision-making.

Additional information is available by contacting the following individuals: Thomas McGrath, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources & Regional Schools and Instructional Programs at ..., ...; Selma Stoddard, Esq., Attorney - Employee Relations, Department of Human Resources at ..., ... and/or Sam Gergis, Director - Department of Human Resources at ..., .... For further information, please see Policies 0100 Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination; 0110 Sexual Harassment and 0115 Dignity for All Students Act.

A complete version of the Non-Discrimination Statement and the Policy Manual are available on the Nassau BOCES website at www.nassauboces.org.