Physical Therapist Assistant

                    

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Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

                        

Location

Canton

                    

Facility

Mercy Hospital

                     

Department

Physical Therapy-Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital

                      

Job Code

D21008

                     

Shift

Days

                       

Schedule

8:00am-6:00pm

                       

Job Summary

                         

Job Details

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Mercy Hospital and become part of a team that offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. 

 

The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy services for patients, including infants, children, adolescents, adults and geriatrics, under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. A caregiver in this role provides a wide variety of therapeutic techniques for the rehabilitation of patients with functional limitations, impairments and disorders. 

 

A caregiver in this role works eight hour shifts between 8 a.m. -- 6:00 p.m. 

 

A caregiver who excels in this role will: 

• Administer patient-centered Physical Therapy treatment, incorporating evidence-based practice and skilled techniques to achieve optimal functional outcomes under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. 

• Observe, communicate and document patient progress and response to treatment. 

• Plan, organize and implement individualized therapeutic programs with patient/family, incorporating evidence-based practice. 

• Provide education on Physical Therapy related subjects to patients, clients, caregivers, hospital personnel and the community. 

• Act as a clinical instructor or participate in the education and evaluation of students. 

• Act as a resource for volunteers and observers. 

 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

• Associate degree or certificate 

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant program accredited by the American Physical Therapy Association 

• Current state licensure as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) 

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) 

 

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

• Experience in the clinical area 

 

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Physical Requirements:

• Ability to walk and climb stairs without assistive device and t