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

Mercy Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Ohio seeks a Physical Therapy professional to administer tailored treatment programs for patients. The candidate will collaborate with Physical Therapists to develop goals and contribute to patient evaluations. Having an Associate’s Degree and state licensure is required for this role, along with essential interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients and families.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Educational Assistance

Paid time off

Life insurance w/AD&D

Qualifications

• Current license in the State of Ohio.
• Experience working with neonate, pediatric, adult and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Administers treatment programs designed by Physical Therapist.
• May participate in evaluation and goal development with P.T.
• Provides patient care to a variety of patients.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Abilities

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Evenings (United States of America)

** 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.

MercyHealth is an equal opportunity employer.

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.

Department:

Physical Therapy - Outpatient - St. Vincent

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll 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 Employer, 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] .