Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA), PRN

Lifepoint Health®; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage (full

PTO & leave

Tuition assistance & 401(k)

Job summary

Mercy Health Rehabilitation Hospital, Youngstown is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for inpatient rehabilitation on a PRN basis. As part of a joint Lifepoint Health and Mercy Health team, you will support the supervising PT, assist with patient mobility and exercise, monitor responses, and maintain accurate documentation to ensure safe, high-quality care.

Applicants should hold an associate's degree from a PTA program and a current Ohio PTA license; CPR is required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree from a Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license in Ohio.
• Rehabilitation or acute care experience preferred.
• 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.

Education

Associate’s degree from PTA program

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 Assistant on 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

• 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 and part-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 Assistant 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.