Clinic Physical Therapist Aide - Mayfield Physical Therapy FT

NOMS Healthcare; Mayfield Heights (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support physical therapists in helping patients recover from injuries and manage pain. In this role, you will assist with treatments, maintain equipment, and educate patients post-treatment, ensuring high standards of care in an outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• PTA License from an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients during treatment and ensure safety.
• Prepare and maintain treatment area and equipment.
• Educate patients and family members about aftercare.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend patient information

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks

Education

High school graduation or GED

PTA License from an accredited PTA program

Job description

Job Summary:

As a physical therapist assistant, you will work under the direction and supervision of physical therapists. Physical therapist assistants will help patients who are recovering from injuries and illnesses regain movement and manage pain.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist patients in preparation for and, as necessary, during and at the conclusion of treatment.

2. Assist patients in the safe practice of activities related to the development of strength and endurance.

3. Perform treatment procedures pre-determined for each patient by and under the supervision of the therapist or PT assistant.

4. Assemble and prepare equipment and accessories in preparation of treatment; disassemble at the conclusion.

5. Transport patients, records, equipment, and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures of NOMS.

6. Prepare, maintain, and clean treatment area; maintain supportive areas.

7. Educate a patient and family members about what to do after treatment.

8. Follow established procedures pertaining to the care of equipment established by NOMS, maintaining good working order.

9. Clean treatment areas and set up therapy equipment.

10. Other duties as assigned

11. Patients are treated in a 1:1 format rather than multiple bookings per therapist.

12. A wide range of patients are treated, ranging from TMJ/headaches to spinal issues to peripheral joint care.

Competencies:

1. Ability to read and comprehend patient information.

2. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Education and Work Experience:

1. High school graduation or GED.

2. PTA License from an accredited PTA program.

Environmental/Working Conditions:

Physical Therapist Assistants may spend a lot of time on their feet while working with patients. May be required to lift and move patients or heavy equipment. May need to work in multiple facilities and have to travel from one job to another. Frequent exposure to communicable diseases. Work is performed in an outpatient clinical setting.

Physical/Mental Demands:

Requires standing and walking for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 20 pounds.

OTHER DUTIES: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

NOMS is an equal opportunity employer committed to high standards of business conducted and civic responsibility. This includes our policy of offering fair and equal opportunities to every employee or applicant for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation) age, national origin, disability or genetic information, or status as a Vietnam-Era or special disabled veteran, or any other protected classes, in accordance with applicable law.

Qualifications Licenses & Certifications

Required

Physical Therapist Assist

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