Physical Therapy Assistant

Salem Regional Medical Center; Salem (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Medical/prescription insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403 (b) retirement with employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Continuing education reimbursement

Cafeteria discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Shift differential

Job summary

Salem Regional Medical Center in Ohio is seeking a Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant to assist in patient care activities and work alongside a Physical Therapist. The ideal candidate will have completed a two-year college program approved by the American Physical Therapy Association and be eligible for state licensure. This role includes responsibilities for ensuring excellent patient care delivery along with a variety of benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, competitive wages, and 403 (b) retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a two-year college program for Physical Therapy Assistant.
• Eligibility for state licensure or registration.
• Ability to meet health demands of the job.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in patient care activities.
• Perform assigned duties in accordance with established procedures.
• Carry out designated tasks for the operation of the service.

Skills

Basic knowledge in anatomy

Basic knowledge in physiology

Ability to work with patients of various ages

CPR certification

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapy

Job description

Position: Full Time Physical Therapy Assistant

Department: Physical Therapy

Shift: Days, Some Weekends

Purpose

The primary purpose of your job position as a Physical Therapy Assistant is to perform assigned duties in an efficient manner, in accordance with established procedures, and as directed by your supervisor to assure that a successful, viable department is maintained at all times along with the delivery of excellent patient care. The function of the Physical Therapy Assistant is to assist the Physical Therapist in patient care activities; to perform such procedures delegated to him/her that are commensurate with his/her education and training. The extent of which the Physical Therapy Assistant will participate in the following activities will be dependent upon the organization structure and size of the physical therapy service, and upon the health needs of the individual patient. He/she carries out designated tasks which are required for the operation of the service.

Qualifications

• Minimum educational requirements - successful completion of a two year college program for Physical Therapy Assistant that leads to an Associate Degree and that has been approved by the American Physical Therapy Association. Licensure or registration requirements - eligibility for state licensure or registration in the state where employed.
• Experienced is preferred but new grads are acceptable.
• Physical requirements - health status appropriate to the physical and emotional demands of the job.
• Basic knowledge in anatomy, physiology, neurology, pathology, psychology, therapeutic exercises, muscle testing, therapy modalities, manual therapy, and goniometric measurements.
• Ability to work with patients of various ages, both medical and surgical.
• Be able to meet emergencies when they occur. Be certified to administer CPR as needed.
• Involves aquatic therapy

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Medical/prescription insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Accident and critical insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• 403 (b) retirement with employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Cafeteria discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Shift differential