PT/PTA - Flexible

OhioHealth Physical Therapy AssistantWe are more than a health system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities.Join the OhioHealth team as a Physical Therapy Assistant! Experience one on one patient care, a flexible schedule, and a great benefits package. Home health PTAs work with an interdisciplinary team to care for patients in the home setting. Join our amazing home health team where you have autonomy, a reasonable and fair weekend rotation, a flexible schedule, and limited on-call. Home health PTAs provide skilled care to patients to achieve outcomes in collaboration with the patient's provider.Administers portions of the assessment that is assigned by the Physical Therapist (PT) in which Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) has demonstrated to be competent. Assists in reassessment process, reporting patient performance to the PT. Assists PT in implementation of the patients plan of care based on occupational performance frames of reference(s): bio-mechanical, rehabilitation, sensorimotor. Plans and helps coordinate discharge plan with multidisciplinary team. Recommends Medical Equipment required for discharge. 5% Documents evaluation performance directed and interpreted by the PT, progress towards goals, discharge plan/continuity of care for the multidisciplinary team, and other involved medical and insurance parties. All documentation to be co-signed by the supervising PT. Delegates assignments to Rehab Technicians. Remains involved in department process improvements utilization review and quality assurance program. Educates others about Physical Therapy. Assists in clinical instruction of PTA students. Educates other disciplines and medical/hospital personnel on PT purpose, goals and treatment policies/procedures. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. Minimum Qualifications:Associate's Degree (Required) BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, DL-HC - Driver's License only if in a Home Care department - Department of Motor Vehicles, LIC - Licensed in Field - State of Ohio, PTA - Physical Therapist Assistant - American Board of Physical Therapy SpecialtiesAdditional Job Description:Knowledge of home health Medicare regulations, JCAHO standards, home care reimbursementExperience in an acute, rehabilitation or home health settingBasic personal computer skillsKnowledge in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of occupational therapyBLS certificationWork Shift:DayScheduled Weekly Hours :40Department:Rehabilitation - InpatientJoin us!... if your passion is to work in a caring environment... if you believe that learning is a life-long process... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industryEqual Employment OpportunityOhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment