Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN - Springfield Physical Rehab

easyservice; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant for Springfield Rehab Therapy to support patients across inpatient, outpatient and off-site locations. You will deliver skilled therapeutic interventions and document progress in the EHR, under the guidance of a Physical Therapist.

The role requires licensure as a PTA in the practice state, with BLS preferred on hire. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to high-quality patient care within a faith-based system.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice.
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred or required within set timeframe.
• Ability to document treatment and patient progress accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions under supervision.
• Maintains accurate records of treatment and patient progress.
• Maintains productivity while ensuring quality of care.
• Precepts students during clinical experiences.
• Adheres to safety and infection control policies.
• Reports patient responses to the Physical Therapist.

Skills

Therapy interventions

Documentation

Patient progress notes

Precepting students

Infection control

Team collaboration

Job description

PRN Physical Therapy Assistant - Springfield Physical Rehab

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0.01

Work Shift: Days (United States of America)

Mercy Health

Intro paragraph

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

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.

Education:

None

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)

Experience:

None

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.
• Demo ns trates critical thinking skills.

Training:

None

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally.

Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Physical Therapy - Springfield - Rehab Therapy

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