Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN)

About the role

The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) works under the guidance of the Director of Rehab Medicine, the Clinical Coordinator, and the Physical Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Treatment of patients following disability, injury, disease or amputation to help attain a maximum level of independence and performance.
• Follows the treatment plans as established by the Physical Therapist and administers modalities and other related procedures, under the prescription of the patient's physician and supervision of the Physical Therapist.
• Treatment provided in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with the position's qualifications, professional practices, and ethical standards.
• Documents and communicates all necessary information to all appropriate parties.
• Care of patients in all patient care areas of OSU Medical Center, as situation requires.

Qualifications

• Education: 2 year/ Associate Degree (preferred)
• Licenses/Certifications: Physical Therapist Assistant License (new graduates must take the exam within 3 Months & receive full licensure within 9 months), BLS