At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　Job Description

　　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 APTA Scope of Practice.

　　Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

　　Attend required meetings and adhere to the Hospital and Departmental policies and procedures including Mercy Core Values.

　　Function within the designed scope of practice, related to patient care and documentation.

　　Provide accurate feedback to the Physical Therapist and make recommendations for ongoing progress of treatment.

　　Assist in orientation and supervision of new employees, students and volunteers.

　　Participate in speaking engagements as requested by manager and/or supervisor.

　　Demonstrate behaviors which foster a positive work environment and teamwork, utilizing excellent communication skills.

　　Maintain a schedule including weekends and holidays as assigned, utilizing good time management skills with the ability to meet productivity levels and participate in program development.

　　Demonstrate an awareness of self-responsibility and accountability by maintaining professional competencies.

　　All other duties as assigned.

　　Participates in the plan of care as directed by the physical therapist.

　　Recognizes the significance of changing patient condition and notifies the physical therapist.

　　Adheres to the safety/infection control policies and procedures of the organization.

　　Adheres to guidelines of regulatory bodies such as The Joint Commission, Medicare and/or Medicaid.

　　Maintains confidentially and actively supports patient/family rights.

　　Attends interdisciplinary team conferences.

　　Keeps and turns in timely, accurate documentation and time activity payroll sheets.

　　Education:

　　Current Ohio PTA License, CPR Certification, Ohio Driver's License and car insurance.

　　Associate's degree (A.A.) from two-year College or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to 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'd 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 [email protected] . 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 [email protected]