Job Description
Location: UC Medical Center
Department: Physical Therapy
Hours: Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week
Shift: First
Physical Therapy Assistant, Full-Time, First Shift, Physical Therapy
UC Health is hiring a Full-Time Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) for the Physical Therapy department for the first shift at the UC Medical Center.
The Physical Therapist will evaluate, plan, and implement Physical Therapy treatment programs for referred patients in order to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return to his/her maximum function. Follow hospital department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. Show respect and courtesy to all staff, patients, and visitors. Implements physical therapy treatment plans designed by the physical therapist to restore function, prevent disability, reduce pain, and return the patient to his/her maximum function. Assists in treatment progression to facilitate patient discharge from the acute care setting. Follows organizational and department approved policies related to documentation, attendance, education, etc. for acute care UCMC physical therapy department.
• Engages in population appropriate communication.
• Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks.
• Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment.
• Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient.
• Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems.
• Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately.
• Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely.
• Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Implement the treatment plan designed by a licensed physical therapist in collaboration with the treatment team, utilizing evidence-based treatment techniques, for the med/surg patients at UCMC. Record objective findings, including pain, per department policy and communicate findings with the primary physical therapist
Education and Experience Requirements:
Minimum Required: Associate's Degree - APTA credentialed Physical Therapy curriculum.
Licensed by the State of Ohio as a physical therapist assistant
Certified in CPR
Preferred: 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience.
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UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.
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As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
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At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide work-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career , build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.
