Mercy Health·Springfield, Ohio
Provide skilled therapeutic interventions to patients and document progress within electronic health records. Implement treatment programs and provide essential education to patients and their families.
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Mercy Health: Intro paragraph
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
The Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using their educational skills and knowledge.
Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient electronic health record.
Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education.
This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations.
Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care.
Provides age-appropriate therapeutic interventions as directed by the Physical Therapist and monitors response to treatment.
Maintains accurate and concise records on treatment provided and patient's progress.
Maintains set level of productivity without jeopardizing quality.
Precepts in the direction and evaluation of Assistant clinical experience / internship of students from participating colleges, universities, or schools.
Maintains departmental policies and procedures regarding safety, infection control, time off requests and timecard recording.
Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Physical Therapist.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Mercy Health [https://careers.mercy.com/us/en/lifeatmercy?utm_source=job_description] associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
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Physical Therapy - Springfield - Rehab Therapy
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com [recruitment@mercy.com].
Must be licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of practice. BLS Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
Market context
In Ohio, allied health roles in medical laboratory settings are typically supported by ongoing demand from hospitals, outpatient labs, and diagnostic services. These positions are competitive because employers often require an associate degree, ASCP certification, and the physical ability to handle routine lab tasks, while the posted requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your certification status and review the lifting requirement against your current work capacity.
