Physical Therapist Assistant

All duties outlined within this document will be performed to established policies, procedures and guidelines within the department and Holzer Health System. Works with the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Performs direct physical therapy care in the acute hospital, out-patient, and rehab settings within the guidelines of the physical therapy treatment plan written by the physical therapist, to meet the assessed needs of infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients; and performs adequate documentation. Communicates with the physical therapist and physician as needed. Assist in formulation of Departmental, and hospital wide CQI activities.

Education, Work Experience and Licensure:

• Graduate of a Physical Therapist Assistant program that is accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association.

• Current Ohio Physical Therapist Assistant licenses in good standing, or license eligible.

• Membership in APTA desirable.

• May be entry level therapist, but experience preferred.