Phys Ther Asst Lic I - 500430

University of Toledo • Toledo, OH

8d • $22 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Administers physical therapy treatments and related duties under the working direction of, and as assistant to, the physical therapist.

Requirements

• Successful completion of at least a 2-year college program for Physical Therapy Assistants that leads to an associate’s degree and has been approved by APT A.
• Current physical therapy assistant licensure from the Ohio Board of Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Athletic Trainers or a licensure applicant
• Maintains the standards set by the American Physical Therapy Association regarding treatment procedure and professional ethics
• Evidence of appropriate academic and clinical preparation for patient care in Physical Therapy Services at Medical College of Ohio
• Knowledge of The Laws and Rules Governing the Practice of Physical Therapy.
• Ability to pass annual safety test.
• Obtains/maintains CPR Certification from the American Heart Association prior to the completion of probationary period. American Red Cross CPR Certification is acceptable for hire.
• Ability to achieve competencies for assigned work area ( i.e., age specific, suctioning, CPR, etc.)
• Good written and verbal communication skills to allow for patient care, functioning as a team member, to assure adequate documentation for payors and to ensure continuity of care.
• Adheres to UTMC service values.
• Visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20 including color vision when applicable
• Ability to hear (with or without aides)
• Ability to orally communicate
• Good manual dexterity
• Ability to push, pull, roll, and transfer/lift 50 pounds occasionally
• Ability to stand, walk frequently
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel frequently
• Ability to perform CPR (if a required for position).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees