Physical Therapist Assistant.Outpatient Mentor 24 hrs/wk
Company: University Hospitals
Location: Mentor
Posted on: August 4, 2022
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Job Description:
Assists the Physical Therapist in administering the Physical
Therapy program to facilitate the rehabilitation of people with
physical and or psychosocial disabilities. The Physical Therapist
Assistant works with the patients administering selected
activities, treatments to restore, reenforce and correct pathology
to promote and or maintain good health. Essential duties include
Performs effective treatment techniques in a competent manner.
Educates patient, family, caregiver in applicable treatment and
prevention. Participates in the discharge planning process.
Performs other department activities such as, but not limited to
documentation, billing, support of department operations, etc.
Requires treatment skills necessary to provide Physical Therapy
appropriate to the developmental and chronological age of patients
on caseload. Objectivity, good time management and interpersonal
skills. Must be physically, cognitively and perceptually able to
provide patient treatment and able to assist in physical mobility
of patients and equipment.Qualifications:Education/Expertise:
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program (or
under State of Ohio Grandfather clause). Required Credentials,
Licensure or Certification (i.e. RN, RRT): Licensed by the State of
Ohio as Physical Therapist Assistant or awaiting Ohio Licensure in
status of Licensure Applicant Experience & Knowledge: Requires the
knowledge and ability to apply therapeutic principles and practices
as related to Physical Therapy appropriate to the
developmental/chronological age of patients on his/her caseload.
Special Skills & Equipment Knowledge: Must be able to work with
minimal supervision and have good time management and interpersonal
skills. Must be physically, cognitively and perceptually able to
provide patient treatment and able to assist in patient transfers
and handle equipment.
Keywords: University Hospitals, Mentor , Physical Therapist Assistant.Outpatient Mentor 24 hrs/wk, Other , Mentor, Ohio
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