Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant - Clinical Educator

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant in Ohio to provide treatment under a licensed Physical Therapist, document progress in the patient’s electronic health record, and implement established treatment programs with patient and family education.

You will collaborate with the health care team, supervise rehab aides, precept students, stay current with new PT practices, and contribute to a supportive, mission-driven workplace with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with coworkers, physicians, patients and families.
• Analytical abilities to assess patient conditions, capabilities and progress.
• Complies with all applicable laws and regulations and practices.

Responsibilities

• Administers physical therapy treatments under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Instructs and assists patients and families in continued therapy and adaptive equipment care.
• Observes patient responses and reports progress to the Physical Therapist.
• Collaborates with the health team to plan and coordinate treatment programs.
• Assists in assessing patient abilities and limitations.
• Supervises rehab aides and oversees related activities.
• Precepts students during clinical experiences and internships.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Regulatory compliance

Education

2 Year/Associates Degree

Job description

Mercy Health seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant in Ohio to provide treatment under a licensed Physical Therapist, document progress in the patient’s electronic health record, and implement established treatment programs with patient and family education.

You will collaborate with the health care team, supervise rehab aides, precept students, stay current with new PT practices, and contribute to a supportive, mission-driven workplace with competitive pay and benefits.