Dynamic PTA: Restore Mobility & Relieve Pain

University Hospitals; Ohio; On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals in Ohio seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed physical therapists in outpatient settings. You will help patients regain movement and manage pain under supervision, guiding exercises and program components.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and delivering compassionate care tailored to each patient’s needs, with an emphasis on safety and ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed physical therapists to help people regain range of movement and control pain.
• Under direction, support patients who have lost motor function due to accidents, illness, or age.
• Provide physical therapy services only under supervision of a licensed therapist.
• Instruct, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients during exercises or functional activities.
• Observe progress and report results to the physical therapist in person or via notes.
• Discuss patient information with therapy staff for planning and coordinating treatment.
• Administer manual therapies, therapeutic massage, aquatic therapy, or modalities such as ultrasound.
• Measure range of motion, body part function, or vital signs to assess treatment effects.
• Communicate with caregivers/family about treatment plans and activities.
• Transport patients between treatment areas and assist with positioning and transfers.
• Secure patients into therapy equipment and guide use of braces or assistive devices.
• Assist patients dressing and undressing or applying supportive devices.
• Maintain clean work areas and store equipment after treatment.
• Monitor equipment operation and document usage and treatments.
• Perform clerical duties as needed, including inventory and communications.
• Prepare treatment areas and equipment for use by therapists.
• Contribute to care components and interventions in a competent manner.
• Identify patient needs with empathy and adjust care to individual differences.
• Suggest options or modifications to treatments to support progress and safety.
• Apply current research to restore function and prevent injury.
• Complete documentation to support delivery of therapy services.
• Collect data and report on patient medical records as required.
• Participate in status judgments and adhere to ethical and legal standards.
• Maintain ongoing competence and pursue learning opportunities.
• Collaborate with care team to provide patient-centered care and quality outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned and comply with PHI policies.

Job description

University Hospitals in Ohio seeks a Physical Therapist Assistant to support licensed physical therapists in outpatient settings. You will help patients regain movement and manage pain under supervision, guiding exercises and program components.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate documentation, and delivering compassionate care tailored to each patient’s needs, with an emphasis on safety and ethical practice.