Mercy Health
Physical Therapy Assistant Inpatient Physical Therapy St. Rita' Medical Center PRN (Finance)
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Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible, under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, for the treatment of illness and
injuries which impede independent functioning in mobility and can be treated by physical means. Clinical responsibilities are outlined
in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Scope of Practice.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Performs all patient care as directed by the Physical Therapist(s) across the continuum of care in Physical Medicine and
Rehabilitation (PM&R).
Performs specific testing in the treatment process appropriate for the patient's diagnosis and functional level.
Provides accurate feedback to the Physical Therapist and makes recommendations for ongoing progress of treatment.
Assists in orientation and supervision of new employees, students and volunteers.
Attends required meetings and adhere to the Hospital and departmental policies and procedures including Mercy Core Values and
EXCEL! patient experience commitment.
Works weekends and holidays as assigned.
Demonstrates behaviors which foster a positive work environment .
Accepts direction to assist in all work areas across the continuum of care as census requires.
Maintains program productivity standards.
Participates in Performance Improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of program.
Functions within the designed Scope of Practice and maintains appropriate ethical conduct.
Documents patient care according to Hospital and department guidelines.
Maintains Continuing Education Unit (CEU) requirements and provides staff inservices as appropriate.
Ability to understand and react effectively to unique needs of patients in all group(s) served.
Performs all other duties as assigned by Clinical Leader.
Current Ohio PTA License
CPR Certification by AHA
Ohio Driver's License and car insurance
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Inpatient Physical TherapyAll 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'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, which is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, 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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