Dynamic PTA: Gait, Aquatic Therapy & Rehab Education

Carle Health; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement plans of care and educate patients of all ages. You will act as a clinical resource for staff and students, following the PT plan and documenting progress in the EMR. Annual education may be required for program compliance and you will coordinate with the PT on patient care.

Role emphasizes teaching, adapting treatments based on patient response, and maintaining comprehensive documentation per CTSCP67 and program standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed PTA and ability to educate patients and families.
• Strong communication and teamwork within clinical staff.
• Ability to follow the plan of care and adapt with evidence.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.
• Follows the therapist’s plan of care. Adjusts the treatment based on patient response and documenting communication.
• Produces documentation in accordance with policy and completes required annual education for program compliance.
• Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

Skills

Patient education

Communication

Clinical teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Carle Health seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement plans of care and educate patients of all ages. You will act as a clinical resource for staff and students, following the PT plan and documenting progress in the EMR. Annual education may be required for program compliance and you will coordinate with the PT on patient care.

Role emphasizes teaching, adapting treatments based on patient response, and maintaining comprehensive documentation per CTSCP67 and program standards.