Physical Therapy Assistant

Licking Memorial Health Systems • Newark, OH

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About The Position

Work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist as dictated by the Ohio Revised Code. The Physical Therapy Assistant must be able to work in medical/surgical, outpatient, and home healthcare practice areas and treat individuals across the lifespan. The position requires Ohio licensure and completion of an accredited training program meeting educational requirements.

Requirements

• Licensed by the State of Ohio.
• Completion of an accredited training program meeting all educational requirements.
• Orient to the department and follow requirements concerning attendance, patient safety, confidentiality, dress code, work schedule, and communication skills.
• Follow policies and procedures.
• Ensure personal performance reflects the organization’s mission, vision, standards of behavior, and service goals.
• Complete any annual education related to specialty certifications and standards that may be required because LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC.

Responsibilities

• Administer physical therapy modalities, including moist heat, ultrasound, diathermy, joint mobilization, and whirlpools, under the direction of a physical therapist.
• Instruct patients in the use of therapy devices such as crutches and braces and in a variety of physical therapy exercises.
• Document therapy activities and results in patients’ medical records.
• Discuss patients’ conditions, progress, and treatment programs with physical therapists and other patient care staff, and provide information for program development and revisions.
• Clean and maintain physical therapy equipment and devices.
• Assist with transporting patients to and from the department using the appropriate mode of transportation.
• Perform related clerical duties as needed, such as answering the telephone, scheduling patients, and using the computer.
• Maintain professional expertise in current physical therapy techniques.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed