Physical Therapy Assistant

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to treat orthopedic and sports medicine patients in the Ambulatory Services area. The PTA will perform initial evaluations and work as part of the Rehabilitation Department to restore patients to their highest level of function.

Shift will include evenings and potentially Saturday hours; location is Ohio State Outpatient Care New Albany. Regular, full-time position with a 40-hour schedule and background check process.

Qualifications

• Associates degree and PTA license in the state of Ohio required.
• Experience in sports medicine and orthopedics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Treat orthopedic and sports medicine patients, including post-operative, chronic, and acute pathologies.
• Perform initial evaluation of the assigned patient.
• Be a member of the Rehabilitation Department and collaborate with the medical team to return patients to their highest function.
• Work under the direct supervision of the Rehab Services Manager.

Skills

PTA license

Sports medicine

Orthopedics

Initial patient evaluation

Education

Associate degree

Job description

Physical Therapy Assistant

Department: Ambulatory Services | Sports PT at OCNA

The musculoskeletal (MSK) physical therapy assistant is responsible for treatment of orthopedic and sports medicine patients including but not limited to post-operative, chronic, and acute pathologies. The PT performs the initial evaluation of the assigned patient and the LPTA is a member of the Rehabilitation Department and is an integral component of the interdisciplinary medical team that strives to return the patient to his/her highest level of function. This position works under the direct supervision of the Rehab Services Manager. Shifts will include evenings and potentially Saturday hours.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:
Associates degree and PTA license in the state of Ohio required; experience in sports medicine and orthopedics preferred.

Shift: First Shift

Location: Ohio State Outpatient Care New Albany (1027)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 40

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.