Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant — Patient-Centered Rehab

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Warren (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and leave benefits

Tuition assistance and professional 5

Job summary

Mercy Health in Warren, OH is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will document treatment and progress in the electronic health record and implement established programs across inpatients, outpatients, pediatrics, and off-site locations.

The role requires the ability to maintain records, support education for patients and families, and contribute to a collaborative care continuum.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
• Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress.
• Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
• Precepts in the direction and evaluation of Assistant clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
• Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording.
• Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Physical Therapist.

Skills

Age-appropriate care

Computer literacy

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Job description

Mercy Health in Warren, OH is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver skilled therapeutic interventions under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. You will document treatment and progress in the electronic health record and implement established programs across inpatients, outpatients, pediatrics, and off-site locations.

The role requires the ability to maintain records, support education for patients and families, and contribute to a collaborative care continuum.