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Physical Therapist Assistant - Otterbein Staffing Agency

Otterbein SeniorLife, Tipp City, OH, United States


Overview
Otterbein Staffing Agency (OSA) seeks a compassionate and motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our Home Health team. Experience the stability of an organization with more than 110 years of service caring for seniors.

Shift: PRN

Pay: $33-$44 per visit and weekend differentials

Benefits

Access to open shifts at Otterbein’s independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, rehab, memory support, respite care, in‑home care, and hospice services.

You choose when and where to work, while feeling appreciated and making a difference.

Increase your income potential.

Connect with a supportive community.

Define your own career path and scheduling preferences.

Responsibilities

Provide physical therapy services to patients according to the Home Health Plan of Care under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

Perform physical therapy procedures in the patient’s home.

Administer non‑complex therapeutic exercises, massage, traction, heat, light, cold, water, and electrical modalities to patients with relatively stable conditions.

Assist and motivate patients in improving functional mobility and independence.

Teach basic body mechanics to patients and families.

Instruct patients and family members in the proper use and care of prosthetic devices and therapeutic appliances.

Observe and document patient progress and response to treatment, reporting findings and any condition changes to the supervising Physical Therapist.

Modify the Home Health Plan of Treatment as authorized by the physician and Physical Therapist.

Participate in home health care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.

Communicate plan of care updates to patients and families.

Prepare and submit clinical documentation and progress notes in a timely manner in accordance with Otterbein Home Health policies and state/federal regulations.

Complete a minimum of twelve (12) hours of in‑services annually.

Education and Experience

Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program approved by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE).

Minimum of three (3) years full‑time PTA experience OR at least 2,000 hours of patient‑related care experience.

Licensure and Certification

Current Ohio license as Physical Therapist Assistant (or application in process).

Valid Ohio driver’s license.

Reliable transportation with auto insurance.

Satisfactory criminal background check.

Current CPR certification.

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