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Physical Therapist Assistant

Holzer Health System

Gallipolis, OHJobNo compensation foundPosted 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Gallipolis, OH
Work Authorization
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Ohio Physical Therapist Assistant License

Job overview

Holzer Health System is hiring a Physical Therapist Assistant. The Physical Therapist Assistant performs direct physical therapy care in acute hospital, outpatient, and rehab settings under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. This role involves working within established policies and guidelines, adhering to treatment plans written by physical therapists, and meeting the assessed needs of patients across all age groups. The assistant also communicates with physical therapists and physicians as needed and assists in departmental and hospital-wide CQI activities.

Key focus areas include Perform direct physical therapy care in various settings, Work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist, and Adhere to established policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Successful candidates bring Graduate Of Physical Therapist Assistant Program and Current Ohio Physical Therapist Assistant License. Important skills include Direct Physical Therapy Care, Documentation, and Communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Direct Physical Therapy CareDocumentationCommunication

Qualifications

Graduate of APTA Accredited Physical Therapist Assistant ProgramOhio Physical Therapist Assistant LicenseEntry Level TherapistAPTA MembershipExperience

Full job description

All duties outlined within this document will be performed to established policies, procedures and guidelines within the department and Holzer Health System. Works with the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Performs direct physical therapy care in the acute hospital, out-patient, and rehab settings within the guidelines of the physical therapy treatment plan written by the physical therapist, to meet the assessed needs of infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients; and performs adequate documentation. Communicates with the physical therapist and physician as needed. Assist in formulation of Departmental, and hospital wide CQI activities.

Education, Work Experience and Licensure: • Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program that is accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association. • Current Ohio Physical Therapist Assistant licenses in good standing, or license eligible. • Membership in APTA desirable. • May be entry level therapist, but experience preferred.

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