Physical Therapist Assistant

OhioHealth • Columbus, OH • 18h ago

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

This position is responsible for assisting staff Physical Therapists in accordance with the Ohio Physical Therapy Board laws and rules. Following the set POC, the physical therapy assistant provides patient treatment, patient/family instruction and assists in discharge planning. The PTA document

Responsibilities And Duties:

Driving is an essential function of the job.

90% - Direct Patient Care - Evaluates and treats patients after physician referral.

Administers portions of the assessment that is assigned by the Physical Therapist (PT) in which Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) has demonstrated to be competent.

Assists in reassessment process, reporting patient performance to the PT.

Assists PT in implementation of the patients plan of care based on occupational performance frames of reference(s): bio-mechanical, rehabilitation, sensorimotor.

Attends multidisciplinary patient care meetings.

Plans and helps coordinate discharge plan with multidisciplinary team.

Educates patient and caregiver/family.

Recommends Medical Equipment required for discharge.

Provides information to Physicians, Nurses, Care Managers, Social Workers, and other team members.

Documents evaluation performance directed and interpreted by the PT, progress towards goals, discharge plan/continuity of care for the multidisciplinary team, and other involved medical and insurance parties.

All documentation to be co-signed by the supervising PT.

5% - Indirect Department Functions.

Delegates assignments to Rehab Technicians.

Remains involved in department process improvements utilization review and quality assurance program.

Educates others about Physical Therapy.

Takes active role in orienting new staff members.

Assists in clinical instruction of PTA students.

Educates other disciplines and medical/hospital personnel on PT purpose, goals and treatment policies/procedures.

Assumes other duties delegated by management.

The major duties, responsibilities and essential functions listed above are not intended to be all inclusive of the duties, responsibilities and essential functions to be performed by employees in this job. Employee is expected to perform all other duties as requested by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

Associate's Degree (Required)BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor Vehicles, LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio, PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant - American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties

Additional Job Description:

Licensed by the State of Ohio. BLS Certification in modalities to prevent injuries. Continuing in area of interest relevant to work assignment. New graduates with excellent references and/or one year rehabilitation Experience .

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

Department

Rehabilitation - Inpatient

Join us!

... if your passion is to work in a caring environment

... if you believe that learning is a life-long process

... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment

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