Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant - PTA - Outpatient Physical Therapy - St. Vincent Medical[...]

Mercy Health Partners; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health Partners is looking for a Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Toledo, Ohio. You will administrate tailored treatment programs designed by Physical Therapists, providing care to patients of all ages. The role demands collaboration in developing care objectives and requires a minimum of an Associate’s Degree and a current Ohio license.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Qualifications

• Must possess a current license in the State of Ohio.
• Knowledge of physical therapy techniques required.

Responsibilities

• Administers treatment programs for patients with physical and cognitive impairments.
• Collaborates with the Physical Therapist to develop goals.
• Provides patient care to neonate, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

** Neuro Training preferred **

Under general supervision of the Physical Therapist, administers various treatment programs tailored to individual capabilities of physically and/or cognitively impaired patients, as designed by the Physical Therapist. May contribute to the evaluation process and collaborate with P.T. in development of realistic goals and methods to achieve those goals. May assist with quality improvement and other department activities. May not initiate or modify treatments. Provides patient care to neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Must possess the minimum of an Associate’s Degree or the equivalent in education and experience in Physical Therapy from a school accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.
2. Must possess a current license in the State of Ohio.
3. Must possess interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with physicians, patient and families and analytical abilities sufficient to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
4. CPR certification.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Works in a normal patient care environment.

Possible injury/illness from exposure to radiation, hazardous materials, or transmittable diseases.

This is a collective bargaining position.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]