Physical Therapist Asst (cert)

Madison County Hospital; London (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison Health in London, OH is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant (cert) to deliver patient-centered rehabilitative care under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. This is a full-time position based in London, OH, US.

The role requires Ohio PTA licensure and BLS within 30 days of employment, with duties including treatment, documentation, and collaboration with the care team to support patient recovery.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Ohio.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.

Responsibilities

• Provides safe and effective physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Completes documentation timely to maximize compensation of physical therapy treatment.
• Demonstrates open and effective communication with other health care providers, patients and families.
• Maintains and operates equipment to ensure safe functioning; sterilizes equipment as needed.
• Complies with state, federal and APTA regulations relevant to the position and department.
• Participates in activities that promote hospital operations and departmental growth.

Skills

PTA Licensure

Job description

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Physical Therapist Asst (cert)

Full-time Regular London, OH, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1529

Salary Range: $24.22 To $36.33 Hourly

Are all hospitals the same? Not on your life. Hospitals are as different as the people who work in them. At Madison Health, our staff members know that kindness and compassion have a healing power all their own. They recognize that they each play a special role in creating a caring environment for our patients.

We are always looking for caring healthcare professionals to join our family of caregivers. Our associates are empowered to help improve the lives of others and the quality of care our patients receive.

Why London, Ohio?
London is a growing community just 25 minutes west of Columbus, OH. London offers a small town feel while still being close to metropolitan areas where you have easy access to a blend of entertainment and cultural experiences.
About the position: As a Physical Therapy Assistant at Madison Health, you will be responsible for the treatment of patients under the direction of the Physical Therapist and within their scope of practice. Typically, the PTA will aid in the provision of rehabilitative treatments for patients who have experienced injury or a disabling disease. The PTA is responsible for following the established plan of care and goals set forth by the evaluating Physical Therapist. This is a Full -Time position.

Key job qualities/duties:

• Provides safe and effective physical therapy treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. Demonstrates the ability to apply accurate therapeutic principles and practices. Uses appropriate technical knowledge and clinical judgment in observing patient’s reactions to treatments. Reports adjustments needed to the Physical Therapist.
• Completes documentation timely to maximize compensation of physical therapy treatment. Tracks personal performance to support efficient and effective care.
• Demonstrates open and effective communication with other health care providers, patients and families. Treats patients and families with dignity and respect. Ensures confidentiality of patient records. Interacts professionally with patients and families and provides explanations and verbal reassurance as necessary.
• Maintains and operates equipment to ensure that it is functioning safely and correctly. Follows department procedures for sterilizing equipment. Manages the facilities, materials, equipment and time necessary to the delivery of services.
• Exhibits knowledge of and complies with state, federal and American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) regulations as they pertain to this position and department. Performs physical therapy treatment abiding to the laws, rules, and code of ethics as established by the APTA.
• Participates in activities that promote hospital operations and departmental growth.

What qualifications are we looking for?

• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the State of Ohio.
• BLS certification within 30 days of employment required.