Mercy Health·Toledo, Ohio
Provides physical therapy treatments and modalities to patients under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Responsible for documenting progress in electronic health records and educating patients and their families on continued care.
Provides patient treatment under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. Documents patient treatment and progress toward goals in the patient’s electronic health record. Implements established treatment programs and provides patient and family education. Job Duties Administers physical therapy treatments and various modalities under the direction of a Physical Therapist. Instructs, motivates and assists patients and their families in appropriate continued physical therapy programs as well as care of and use of adaptive equipment. Observes and reports patients’ responses to treatment and progress and reports orally and/or in writing to the Physical Therapist. Collaborates with Physical Therapist and other health team members to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment programs. Assists in assessment of patient’s skills and capabilities to determine extent of abilities and limitations. Supervises and oversees department rehab aides for patient care related areas. Precepts in the direction and evaluation of clinical experience / internships of students from participating colleges and universities. Stays abreast of current developments and new technology in physical therapy. Provides formal orientation to new Physical Therapy Assistants, aides and volunteers. Maintains safety of the work environment including equipment and notifies appropriate personnel if necessary. Demonstrates behaviors consistent with Mission and Core Values. Adheres to standards and policies, laws and regulations. Demonstrates the ABC’s of Mercy Health Culture. Holds self and others accountable. Employment Qualifications Required Minimum Education: 2 Year/Associates Degree Licensure/Certification Required: Licensed in State of Ohio PT/OT/AT Board Licensure/Certification Preferred: CPR Certification Minimum Years and Type of Experience: O; clinical practicums Other
Required: Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with co-workers, physicians, patients and families. Analytical abilities to assess patient conditions, capabilities and progress. Complies with all applicable laws and regulations and practices. Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health 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.
Physical Therapy - Outpatient - St. Vincent 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. 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.
Requires an Associate degree and a valid Physical Therapy Assistant license in the State of Ohio. CPR certification is preferred, along with strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
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.
