Physical Therapist Assistant- Full time-Days Waverly Health Center

Adena Health System•Waverly, OH

16h•Onsite

About The Position

At Adena Health, our Allied Health professionals are part of close-knit, collaborative teams where your expertise is trusted, your voice is heard, and your impact is felt in real time. These roles are ideal for caregivers who value hands-on patient care, clinical autonomy, and being part of a team where what you do truly matters — not just to the department, but to the community. Mission Statement: “Called to serve our communities”. Guiding Principle: “Let all that you do be done in love”. Vision: To be the region's most trusted partner in healthcare. Values: Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, and Trust. Position Summary: Staff Physical Therapy Assistants are responsible for direct patient care, treating a variety of individuals based upon setting, and according to the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist. The successful candidate will exhibit strong: customer service skills, clinical skills, and patient outcomes. They must practice with high moral and professional standards and be driven toward continuous professional development. Effective time management and teamwork skills are an essential quality that will allow success in contributing to the operation of the Health System.

Requirements

Graduate of an Accredited Program in Physical Therapy
PTA - Physical Therapy Assistant with Current Ohio License - or eligible to obtain license.
CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
Valid Ohio Driver's License and proof of insurance.
De-escalation training within 6 months.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s Degree
1-2 years of prior experience delivering direct patient care to individuals with a variety of deficits, which may include: orthopedic, neurologic, developmental, and cognitive shortfalls.
Consideration will be given to new graduates with strong clinical and professional skills.

Responsibilities

Direct patient care, treating a variety of individuals based upon setting, and according to the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist.
Exhibit strong customer service skills, clinical skills, and patient outcomes.
Practice with high moral and professional standards.
Be driven toward continuous professional development.
Effective time management and teamwork skills are an essential quality that will allow success in contributing to the operation of the Health System.