Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Outcome HC; Beachwood (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Outcome HC in Ohio seeks a qualified Physical Therapy Assistant to provide direct interventions under the supervision of a licensed PT, serving subacute clients and long-term residents per the plan of care. You will join an interdisciplinary team and document daily activities, collaborating with families and caregivers to ensure compassionate care for older adults.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program.
• Current Ohio PTA license in good standing.
• CPR certification required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct PTA interventions under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist and per the physician's plan of care.
• Treat subacute clients and long-term residents to maximize function and relieve pain.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team (OT, ST, nursing, aides).
• Complete training with families, clients, residents, caregivers.
• Complete daily documentation according to facility and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Accredited PTA program

Ohio PTA license

CPR certification

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) provides direct physical therapy interventions under the supervision of the licensed physical therapist and in accordance with the physician's plan of care and as defined in the state Physical Therapy Practice Act.
• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) treats subacute clients and long-term residents at Daughters of Miriam according to the plan of care to maximise function, relieve pain, ensure safe homegoing, maintain maximum performance, and improve quality of life.
• Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) is an integral part of the interdisciplinary team including OT, ST, nursing, aides to benefit our clients/residents.
• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Completes training with families, clients, residents, caregivers
• Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) Completes daily documentation according to facility and regulatory guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program .
• Current license in good standing in the State of Ohio.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organisation skills.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Dedicated to provide quality, compassionate care for our older adults.

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