We are looking for a committed Physical Therapy Assistant to act as the patient’s partner throughout the trip of restoring motion and ensuring that the client will function at their personal best. You will maximize the quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment or intervention, and rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Meet patients’ goals and needs
• Offer cost-effective treatments that help improve clients’ motion and mobility
• Reduce the need for medications and provide alternatives to surgery
• Execute care plans using a variety of treatment techniques
• Administer fitness- and wellness-oriented programs tailored to patients’ specific needs
• Provide quality, personalized and evidence-based care and proven interventions
• Motivate patients during treatment in order to help them function optimally
• Promote clients’ healthy lifestyle by improving strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination
• Consult and practice with other health professionals
• Evaluate effects and monitor and communicate progress
• Document patient care services

Skills

• Proven work experience as a physical therapy assistant
• Intensive education and clinical expertise
• Ability to manage patients with different types of personalities
• Current knowledge of treatment practices
• Drive to continually learn and grow
• Professional behaviour
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Valid LPTA

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $35-40 per visit

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends

Education:

• Associate's degree (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Physical Therapy Assistant License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: Summit, Stark, Portage and Medina Counties in Ohio