Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Life Enriching Communities - Twin Lakes, Twin Towers, Wesley Communities; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to join their team in Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio. This role involves administering treatments, motivating patients, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care. With excellent patient care ratios and a commitment to meaningful work, this opportunity offers a supportive environment where you can make a daily impact in the lives of others. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, generous paid time off, and opportunities for advancement in a diverse and collaborative workplace.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Fund with Company Match

Education Assistance

Collaborative Working Environment

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited therapy program required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.
• Instructs and motivates patients to improve functional activities.
• Observes and reports patient responses to treatments.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Patient Care

Data Evaluation

Education

Accredited Therapy Program

Tools

Orthopedic Braces

Prostheses

Supportive Devices

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Positions Available in Cincinnati and Columbus Ohio

Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Administers traction to relieve neck and back pain.
Instructs, motivates, and assists patients to learn and improve functional activities.
Observes patients during treatments and compiles and evaluates data on patient responses to treatments and progress and reports findings to Physical Therapist.
Fits patients for, adjusts, and trains patients in use and care of orthopedic braces, prostheses, and supportive devices such as crutches, canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
Confers with members of physical therapy staff and other health team members, individually and in conference, to exchange, discuss, and evaluate patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs.
Performs clerical duties such as taking inventory, ordering supplies, answering telephone, taking messages, and filling out forms.

We Offer Excellent Benefits:
Excellent Patient Care Ratios!
Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability benefits for full-time associates starting after 30 days
Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Illness Bank
Retirement Fund with Company Match
Opportunities for Advancement
Education Assistance
Great Schedule
Meaningful, Mission-Driven work
Opportunity to have a daily impact in the lives of others’
Diverse, positive, and collaborative working environment

Required Education and Experience

Education: Graduate of an accredited therapy program
Experience: At least 2 years experience
Licenses/Certifications: Current Physical Therapy Assistant state license
Requires excellent verbal and written communication skills