Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Kenwood Outpatient Physica[...]

Mercy Health Partners; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health Partners seeks a compassionate Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver high-quality care, working closely with orthopedic physicians. The successful candidate will provide skilled interventions, maintain records, and educate patients within a supportive team environment, contributing to excellent patient outcomes. We offer benefits like medical plans, flexible spending accounts, and paid time off.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

Employer contributions to retirement plan

Prescription drug coverage

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification preferred upon hire.
• Experience in outpatient orthopedic therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides therapeutic interventions and documents patient progress.
• Maintains accurate treatment records and observes patient responses.
• Precepts Assistant clinical experience/internship of students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Analytical abilities

Computer skills

Education

Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant

BLS Basic Life Support

Job description

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

The Jewish Hospital, Kenwood Physical Therapy is seeking a talented compassionate physical therapist assistant committed to excellence. Mercy Orthopedic and Rehabilitation is the leader in evidenced based orthopedic and sports medicine care. All clinicians work closely with the talented orthopedic physicians here at Mercy Health. The treatment model is impairment based and focused on hands-on evidence-based care that is delivered on a one to one basis. Therapists are trained in the latest advanced skills, evidence-based return to play and advanced sports medicine training. The population of focus for this position is with the Noyes Knee Institute and their arthrofibrosis program.

Physical Therapy Assistant – Kenwood Outpatient Physical Therapy- The Jewish Hospital

Job Summary:

The Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using their educational skills and knowledge. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.

Essential Functions:

• Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
• Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress.
• Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
• Precepts in the direction and evaluation of Assistant clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
• Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording.
• Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Physical Therapist.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)

Skills & Abilities:

• Demonstrates appropriate application of age specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and records management.
• Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families.
• Requires the ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
• Experience in an outpatient orthopaedic therapy setting preferred
• Ability to thrive in a team environment including, Physicians, PT’s, PTA’s and other rehab professionals
• Ability to educate patients, families, caregivers and patient treatment teams
• Ability to manage a busy case load effectively

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]