Physical Therapy Assistant: Restore Mobility & Comfort

Capital Health Care Network; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401-k with Company match

Health Insurance

Company Paid Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Capital Health Care Network seeks a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and in line with the physician’s plan of care. You will help patients relieve pain, restore function, and maximize mobility through targeted exercises and modalities.

You will guide patients in exercises, gait training, and use of mobility aids, while documenting progress and communicating with the PT and care team.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited PTA program with an Associate’s degree approved by the APTA.
• Current PTA license or state-required certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct physical therapy under the direction of the physical therapist and physician’s plan of care.
• Treat patients to relieve pain, restore function, and maintain performance.
• Assist patients in therapeutic exercises, gait training, and use of assistive devices.
• Apply physical modalities such as heat, cold, ultrasound, and massage as directed.
• Observe patient responses and report changes to the PT and organization staff.
• Instruct patients in wheelchairs, braces, crutches, canes, and orthotic devices.
• Maintain clinical notes and patient records within required timeframes.
• Participate in home care team meetings and in-service education.

Education

Associate’s degree in science or applied science (PTA)

PTA license/certification

Job description

Capital Health Care Network seeks a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to deliver services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist and in line with the physician’s plan of care. You will help patients relieve pain, restore function, and maximize mobility through targeted exercises and modalities.

You will guide patients in exercises, gait training, and use of mobility aids, while documenting progress and communicating with the PT and care team.