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Summa Health System lists this Physical Therapy Assistant opportunity in akron, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Physical Therapist Assistant
Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We're dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.
Agency: Summa Health at Home and Hospice
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8a-5pm, No On-Call and No Weekends
Territory: Randolph, Alliance, Brewster, Greentown, Hartville, Louisville, Massillon, Navarre, Canton, East Canton, North Canton, Burbank, Clinton, Creston, Doylestown, Rittman, Sterling, West Salem, Apple Creek, Canal Fulton, Dalton/Lebanon, Fredericksburg, Kidron, Marshallville, Mount Eaton, North Lawrence, Orville, Shreve, Smithville, Wooster
Summary
The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) provides comprehensive skilled services under the direction of a Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant educates patients and their family members and ensures safety of the patient. The PTA is accountable for completing accurate documentation and remains compliant with all legal rules and regulations. The Company adopts the physical therapy scope of practice as outlined by the state for its licensed PTA personnel.
What We Offer
We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. We've launched a new guaranteed base hourly rate plus a generous uncapped bonus structure which is designed to reward excellence, encourage growth, and recognize the incredible impact our clinicians make every day.
We pay mileage and have additional bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions.
Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive:
Paid time off
Opportunity to participate in a 401(k)
Company-paid life insurance
Access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications & Attributes
Physical Therapist Assistant with a current license in the state of employment
Minimum of one year of experience as a PTA in an acute setting is required
Home care experience is desired
Ability to effectively communicate and create positive impressions with patients, families, physicians, and co-workers
Knowledgeable on therapy best practices
Ability to make appropriate physical therapy judgments
Ability to identify a situation and handle it with the best possible solution
Detail-oriented and observant
Disciplined style of work ethic with the ability to prioritize and be timely
Valid driver's license and auto insurance with your name as a listed driver
Major Areas of Responsibility
Provides skilled services in a patient's home as developed by the Physical Therapist plan of care
Observes, records, and reports patient reactions, changes, and progress
Performs physical therapy procedures and diagnostic tests on patients for whom they have been medically prescribed
Treats patients to relieve pain, develop or restore function, and maintain maximum performance using physical means such as exercise, massage, heat, water, etc.
Assesses functional problems and provides intervention and, in conjunction with the Physical Therapist, works toward goals to improve patient functional status
Communicates effectively with physician, therapist, and coworkers
Participates in case conferencing promoting coordination of care
Recommends prosthetic/orthotic devices for patients or evaluates their device and makes minor adjustments or recommends modification
Educates staff in carrying out specific physical therapy modalities when appropriate
Educates patient and family on therapy techniques involved, safety measures, and supportive activities
Instructs patient and family members on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs, braces, walkers, crutches, canes, and other prosthetic/orthotic devices
Listens to patient and family members
Fosters independence in patients and their families to prevent dependence on the agency
Completes all clinical documentation in accordance with agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines
Documents all aspects of treatment, assessments, and patient education
Completes chart audits at agency location as requested
Communicates with scheduler any changes as needed
Participates in all on-call requirements and case conferences
Attends in-service trainings and mandatory agency meetings
Participates in orientation/training of new employees
Participates in case conferences as needed
Essential Functions
Drives to patient's primary location per scheduled visit
Daily attendance at assigned visit locations
Documents all aspects of subsequent, discharge, eval/recert/resumption of care visits within 24 hours of visits
Documents all aspects of start of care visits within 48 hours of visits
Completes and submits all required documentation within specified company requirements
Follows plan of care as permitted within the scope of practice for a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, per the state of employment
Compensation Note: Per visit compensation refers to a lump sum payment for all activities in connection with a visit to a patient. It includes patient care, preparation time, travel, lab drops, picking up supplies, charting, and communication with the patient's family, physician, and other healthcare providers.
Health Qualifications
Health Requirements:
Must be able to meet all physical position requirements
Evidence required of a current negative tuberculin skin test or X-ray, or TB testing at the date of orientation
Thereafter, an annual tuberculin skin test is required unless the employee has documentation of a previous TB test
Must be free of physical/medical conditions which would limit or restrict ability to perform essential functions
May be at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. Travel is required.
Constantly (66%–100%):
Reading, speaking, writing English
Communication skills
Computer/PDA usage
Hand/finger dexterity
Hearing/seeing
Talking and hearing (in person and on the phone)
Vision for close work
Walking, sitting, bending, standing
Distinguishing smell/taste
Frequently (34%–66%):
Driving
Lifting up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance
Stretching/reaching
Climbing
Stooping (bend at waist)
Occasionally (2%–33%):
N/A
Rarely (1% or less):
N/A
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We'll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Worksite address
akron, OH, 44329, US
Who can apply
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