Physical Therapist Assistant PTA

Job Description

Physical Therapist Assistant - Cincinnati, OH

• Pay - $60,000-75,000 salary
• 10k Sign-On Bonus
• Flexible schedule
• Great work/life balance
• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life, Vision, 401K, and PTO)
  
  

What You Will Need

• Ability to build rapport with in-home patients and ALF/ILF staff, if applicable
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to travel to patients’ homes
• Previous experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or other preferred
• Ability to handle physical workload
• Flexibility
• Kindness/Compassion/Empathy
• Strong leadership qualities
• Previous experience in physical therapy, rehabilitation, or other preferred
  
  

Responsibilities

• Administer various physical modalities, such as soft tissue massage, electrical muscle stimulation and ultrasounds, to help relieve pain, improve circulation and decrease swelling in the muscles.
• Collaborate with other team personnel to achieve well-rounded care
• Develop and implement physical therapy programs that focus on rehabilitation
• Evaluate effects of therapy treatment and communicate patients' progress
• Observe and reassess a patient’s progress so they can modify the plan of care as needed. Also share this information with the PT in case adjustments need to be made.
• Ensure that their patients receive personalized care
• Provide training for using assistive devices, such as crutches, canes, or prosthetics.
• Record and document patient care services
• Recording a patient’s progress also helps the PTA know which aspects of the treatment are working, which will help determine the best path forward.
• Work directly with patients on therapeutic exercises designed to help regain full mobility, strengthen their muscles, and improve coordination.
  
  

Position Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program with either an associate's degree in science or applied science that is approved by American Physical Therapy Association, Inc.
• Current certification or license as required by state law.
• Demonstrates good verbal and written communication and organization skills.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is in good working order and insured in accordance with the organization requirements.
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Company Description

Our team is comprised of passionate individuals who are dedicated to making a difference in our industry.

We're not just proud of the work we do in home care but the company culture we've created along the way—a culture of respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're seeking a place where your talents will be nurtured and your ideas will be valued, then Summit is the place for you.

Join us in shaping the future, for Summit, our industry and your career!

Our team is comprised of passionate individuals who are dedicated to making a difference in our industry. We're not just proud of the work we do in home care but the company culture we've created along the way—a culture of respect, collaboration, and continuous improvement. If you're looking for more than just a job, if you're seeking a place where your talents will be nurtured and your ideas will be valued, then Summit is the place for you. Join us in shaping the future, for Summit, our industry and your career!