Physical Therapist Assistant- Northwest Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist Assistant- Northwest Physical Therapy

Central Ohio Primary Care is seeking a full time Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) for our Northwest Physical Therapy clinic in Hilliard, OH. The Physical Therapist Assistant provides assistance to the Physical Therapy team with treatment and procedures. This position helps with the development of treatment plans, carrying out routine functions, documenting progress of treatment, and modifying specific treatments as needed. Responsibilities include gathering information from the patient and collaborating with the Physical Therapist to provide examinations and recommending treatment options. This position is full-time working first shift hours Monday-Friday.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with the Physical Therapist to provide patient care and implement patient's treatment program
• Handle scheduling of patient treatment, clinical visits and billing, and other documentation per the department's requirements
• Maintain updated documentation in EHR system on all patients treated
• Take part in the care and maintenance of the clinic
• Monitor patient response and progress to intervention and consult with team if modifications are needed.
• Prepare clinical notes and progress reports documenting treatments performed. Report changes to patient's condition to the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Instruct, motivate and assist patients as they practice exercises or functional activities. Assist in training patients and care givers on the use of supportive devices or exercises.
• Perform clerical duties; such as taking inventory, order of supplies, taking messages and filling out forms.

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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