Physical Therapy Assistant, Full-Time, First Shift, AFSCME

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

UC Health is hiring a Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for the Physical Therapy department for the first shift at the UC Medical Center. The Physical Therapist will evaluate, plan, and implement Physical Therapy treatment programs for referred patients in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return to his/her maximum function. Follow hospital department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors. Implements physical therapy treatment plans designed by the physical therapist to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return the patient to his/her maximum function. Assists in treatment progression to facilitate patient discharge from the acute care setting. Follows organizational and department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. for acute care UCMC physical therapy department.

Requirements

Associate's Degree - APTA credentialed Physical Therapy curriculum.
Licensed by the State of Ohio as a physical therapist assistant
Certified in CPR

Nice To Haves

1 - 2 Years equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Engages in population appropriate communication.
Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms.
Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
Implement the treatment plan designed by a licensed physical therapist in collaboration with the treatment team, utilizing evidence-based treatment techniques, for the med/surg patients at UCMC.
Record objective findings, including pain, per department policy and communicate findings with the primary physical therapist.