Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), PRN

Lifepoint Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Family Leave

Tuition & Loan Assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Career development

Job summary

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown, in collaboration with Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for inpatient rehabilitation. The role supports a supervising PT with patient mobility, exercise routines, and meticulous documentation in a high-quality care setting.

Applicants should have an associate's degree in PTA and an Ohio PTA license, CPR certification, and rehab or acute care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license in Ohio.
• CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

CPR

Education

Associate's degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA), Inpatient Rehabilitation

PRN

Your experience matters

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy Health. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Physical Therapist Assistanton our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Physical Therapist Assistantwho excels in this role:

• Administer physical therapy interventions as directed by the supervising PT.
• Assist in patient mobility and exercise routines.
• Monitor patient responses and report progress to PT.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment for treatment.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have an associate's degree from a Physical Therapist Assitant program and a current PTA license in Ohio. Additional requirements include:

• Rehabilitation or acute care experience preferred
• CPR certification required

More about Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is a 60-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Youngstown community. We are proud to be CHQ Accredited.

EEOC Statement

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.