Phys Ther Asst Lic I

The University of Toledo•Toledo, OH

96d•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 APTA.
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).