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Position Purpose:

• The Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) performs patient treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. The Physical Therapist Assistant communicates and collaborates with other caregivers to provide quality care and maintains accurate patient records.

What You Will Do:

• Performs patient treatment as delegated by a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Documents patient progress and communicates with appropriate health care providers on matters concerning patient treatment, continuity of care, and discharge planning.
• Records daily treatment on charge cards and enters charges into computer when necessary.
• Coordinates the scheduling of assigned patients in cooperation with other departments as needed.
• Oversees and evaluates affiliating students as assigned.
• Reports any unusual circumstances or incidents to Clinical Coordinator or physical therapist.
• Participates in performance improvement activities and contributes to development of new programs/protocols.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Graduate of an accredited physical therapy assistant program.
• Licensure / Certification: Licensed in the state of Ohio to practice as a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA).
• Experience: One year preferred.
• Ability to make sound decisions and utilize good judgment.
• Must be physically able to perform strenuous activity such as lifting and transferring patients.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
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• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday. You deserve to get paid every day!
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Ministry/Facility Information:

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our four hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.