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.

　　PPV Physical Therapy Assistant

　　Clinic, 430 Clairmont Ct., Suite 120, Colonial Heights, VA 23831

　　PRN, Days/Afternoons

　　Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

　　The incumbent shall be responsible for providing, under the direction of the Physical Therapist, therapeutic interventions in a team environment consistent with the position’s qualifications, professional practices and ethical standards.

　　The incumbent shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to performance improvement activities as applicable, problem solving, and productivity.

　　Employment Qualifications

　　The incumbent shall be a graduate of an APTA approved Associate’s degree program or shall have completed equivalent training, and hold an applicable and current state license or certification to practice.

　　Experience working with adult and geriatric populations is desirable.

　　Experience working in the acute care setting is desirable however is not required

　　Current BLS certification required or obtained within ninety days of completing new employee orientation.

　　Essential Job Functions

　　Clinical Area

　　Provide age appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist.

　　Monitor patient response to treatment.

　　Document the course of patient care in the electronic medical record including progress made and continuing need for treatment.

　　Provide patient and family education on tasks and resources that support continued functional independence and document same in the electronic medical record.

　　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]