Physical Therapist Assistant

Select Medical•Dover, OH

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Physical Therapist Assistant works in NovaCare Rehabilitation’s outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine center in Dover, Ohio, providing hands-on care to patients of varied ages and abilities. The role delivers personalized treatment to help patients restore function and return to sports, work, and everyday activities. The assistant provides care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist and implements physical therapy services in accordance with applicable practice requirements and company policies. This is a full-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, with hourly compensation starting at $22 per hour and increasing based on experience. Full-time benefits are available at 32 or more hours per week.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited physical therapist assistant program.
Passed a national examination for PTAs certified by CAPTE.
Valid state physical therapist assistant (PTA) license, or a license in process.
CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care under the direction and supervision of a licensed physical therapist, as required by the State Practice Act.
Implement high-quality physical therapy services for patients, caregivers, and facilities with minimal supervision, following physical therapy principles and practices and Select Medical policies and procedures.
Maintain positive interactions with centers and patients and enhance and expand client relations with centers and their staff.