Physical Therapy Assistant - Urbana Hospital
Mercy Home Health, Urbana, OH, United States
Physical Therapy Assistant – Urbana Hospital
Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using educational skills and knowledge. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education. Service may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics, and off‑site locations. Supports patients as part of the continuum of professional care.
Essential Functions
Provides age‑appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient progress.
Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
Precepts in the direction and evaluation of assistant clinical experience/internship of students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time‑off requests, and timecard recording.
Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress to the Physical Therapist, orally and/or in writing.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
None
Required Licensing & Certifications
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)
Experience
None
Skills & Abilities
Demonstrates appropriate application of age‑specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email and records management.
Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co‑workers, physicians, patients and families.
Ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Training
None
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using educational skills and knowledge. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education. Service may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics, and off‑site locations. Supports patients as part of the continuum of professional care.
Essential Functions
Provides age‑appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient progress.
Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
Precepts in the direction and evaluation of assistant clinical experience/internship of students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time‑off requests, and timecard recording.
Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress to the Physical Therapist, orally and/or in writing.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
None
Required Licensing & Certifications
Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH)
Experience
None
Skills & Abilities
Demonstrates appropriate application of age‑specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email and records management.
Analytical abilities to evaluate patient condition, capabilities and progress.
Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co‑workers, physicians, patients and families.
Ability to work well with all levels of patients, the public and other health care professionals.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills.
Training
None
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
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