Geriatric Physical Therapy Assistant - Day Shift In Person

Advanced Healthcare Center; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Advanced Healthcare Center in Ohio seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide services to residents under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role includes screenings, assisting in evaluations, and contributing to treatment plans.

The position requires an associate degree, an active PTA license, and ongoing continuing education. Work is in-person with opportunities for day shifts and weekend coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.
• Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in state(s) of practice.
• Ongoing continuing education and professional development to maintain licensure and certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services to residents under the direct supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Conduct screenings of residents at regular intervals to determine need for intervention/treatment.
• Identify indications for evaluations at appropriate intervals and assist in the evaluation under the direction of the Physical Therapist.
• Assist the Physical Therapist in identifying a target list, including short-term goals, long-term goals, and treatment plan.
• Conduct both individual and group treatment as assigned by the Physical Therapist and outlined in treatment plan.

Education

Associate’s degree in physical therapy from an accredited program.

Job description

Advanced Healthcare Center in Ohio seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to provide services to residents under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role includes screenings, assisting in evaluations, and contributing to treatment plans.

The position requires an associate degree, an active PTA license, and ongoing continuing education. Work is in-person with opportunities for day shifts and weekend coverage as needed.