Physical Therapist Assistant

TrulyHired; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery County ESC is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team at the Regional Center in Dayton, OH. The role supports students through therapeutic interventions, improving mobility and participation in educational activities.

You will work under licensed therapists, using prescribed regimens, assistive devices, and equipment, with a focus on safety and functional daily living skills. Certification and fingerprint checks are required.

Qualifications

• Valid OT/PT Assistant license and Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials.
• Knowledge of Ohio Schools Medicaid Program.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to professional conduct and ethical standards.
• Fingerprinting and criminal records check results (provided for MCESC).

Responsibilities

• Implement therapeutic interventions under the direction of a licensed therapist.
• Assist students to improve mobility, restore function, and enhance educational participation.
• Guide students in therapy regimens and proper use of equipment to develop strength, coordination, and fine motor skills.
• Support classroom positioning, joint alignment, and postural stability.
• Develop activities to improve sensory processing and functional daily living skills.
• Conduct activity/environmental analysis to remove barriers to participation.
• Assist with assistive technology assessments and equipment adaptations.
• Document therapy progress and submit reports for review.
• Support in-service presentations and maintain therapy supplies and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Ohio OT/PT Assistant license

Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials

Job description

Job Description

Montgomery County Educational Service Center

200 South Keowee Street, Dayton, OH 45402

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Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant

Job Location: Montgomery County ESC - Regional Center

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: Commensurate with education & experience

Full/Part-Time: Full-Time

Days: 185

Who We Are:

We're a premier provider of high quality, cost effective, special education services in Ohio. We serve 16 public school districts in our county and more than 130 educational entities across Ohio. #WeAreMCESC!

What You'll Do:

• Implement therapeutic interventions under the direction of a licensed therapist.
• Assist students to improve mobility, restore function, and enhance educational participation.
  Guide students in therapy regimens and proper use of equipment to develop strength, coordination, and fine motor skills.
• Support classroom positioning, joint alignment, and postural stability.
• Develop activities to improve sensory processing and functional daily living skills.
• Conduct activity/environmental analysis to remove barriers to participation.
• Assist with assistive technology assessments and equipment adaptations.
• Document therapy progress and submit reports for review.
• Support in-service presentations and maintain therapy supplies and equipment.

What You'll Bring:

• Valid OT/PT Assistant license and Ohio State Board of Education Pupil Services credentials.
• Knowledge of Ohio Schools Medicaid Program covered services.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work independently.
• Commitment to professional conduct and ethical standards.
• Satisfactory fingerprinting and criminal records check results (provided for free by MCESC!).

Montgomery County ESC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.