Physical Therapist Assistant

Indiana University Health • Muncie, IN

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About The Position

Physical therapist assistants provide direct patient care and selected physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist. PTA's assist in the clinical education of physical therapy students and clinical supervision of physical therapist assistant students as well as provide guidance and supervision for support personnel. Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited physical therapist assistant education program.
• If foreign trained, graduation from an assistant physical therapist education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.
• Certification as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Indiana.
• Basic Life Support certification through the AHA.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and selected physical therapy treatments under supervision.
• Assist in the clinical education of physical therapy students.
• Supervise physical therapist assistant students.
• Provide guidance and supervision for support personnel.
• Participate in activities supporting patient care, education, and department operations.

What This Job Offers

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