Physical Therapist Assistant-FT

Premier Health Partners; Kentucky; On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Health Partners is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide patient therapies in homes or residences. Essential duties include implementing care plans, documenting services delivered, and ensuring communication within healthcare teams.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree from an accredited program, current Ohio licensure, and at least 1-3 years of clinical experience. Strong adaptability and computer skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Current licensure to practice as a Physical Therapy Assistant in Ohio.
• CPR Certification is required.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical therapy services as ordered by the physician.
• Implement the plan of care outlined by the physician.
• Document care provided and communicate with healthcare team.

Skills

Standing

Bending

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Adaptability

Self-directed

Computer skills

Home care experience

Education

Associate degree

Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Job description

General Summary / Responsibilities

The Physical Therapist Assistant directly provides physical therapy services to patients in their homes or residences. The assistant provides care as ordered by the physician, delegated by the Physical Therapist, follows policies/procedures and conditions of participation, and regularly reports to their supervisor. The incumbent facilitates the implementation of the plan of care as outlined by the physician and supervised by the Physical Therapist. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for all required documentation related to the care they provide and communicates pertinent information regarding the patient to all appropriate health care team members.

Location

Greater Cincinnati, Ohio

Qualifications

Education

Minimum Level of Education Required: Associate degree

Additional Requirements

Type of degree: Associates or Bachelors - Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant Program.

Area of study or major: Physical Therapy Assistant

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Current licensure to practice Physical Therapy Assistant in Ohio.

CPR Certification

CPR Certification is required.

Experience

Minimum Level of Experience Required: 1 - 3 years of job‑related experience.

Prior job title or occupational experience: Clinical experience should have occurred within the last three years unless currently employed in home care.

Preferred experience: One year clinical experience in an acute care setting preferred. Clinical experience should have occurred within the last three years unless currently employed in home care.

Knowledge / Skills

• Must be capable of repeated standing, stooping, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to creatively adapt multiple environments and situations for successful outcomes.
• Must be self‑directed and able to work with little supervision.
• Computer skills preferred.
• Home care experience preferred.