What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant position at Versakinetic Therapy LLC?
Overview
VersaKinetic Therapy is a growing private physical therapy clinic in Fairlawn, Ohio. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated **Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA)** to join our team on a PRN basis with potential to grow into a part-time position. If you are passionate about helping active patients regain strength, mobility, balance and independence, we would love to hear from you!
At VersaKinetic Therapy, we provide personalized, hands-on physical therapy care in a supportive, collaborative environment. Our team is dedicated to helping active patients achieve their functional goals through evidence-based treatment and genuine attention to each individual’s needs.
Duties
- Carry out patient treatment plans under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist (PT)
- Guide patients through therapeutic exercises, gait training, balance training, strength training and other rehabilitation techniques.
- Provide Class IV Laser treatments to patients
- Monitor and document patient progress, communicating updates to the supervising PT
- Educate patients and families on home exercise programs and injury prevention
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized treatment and office environment
- Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure high-quality, coordinated care
- Also perform front office tasks such as scheduling patients, answering phone and emails but not limited to.
Requirements
- Valid Ohio licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant
- Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program
- CPR certification
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills...our patients are like family
- A team-oriented attitude and genuine care for patient outcomes
- Prior outpatient experience preferred
- Positive and happy attitude wanting to achieve the most for their patients
- Excellent communication skills for engaging with patients of diverse backgrounds and collaborating effectively with healthcare coworkers.
- Directly impact patient recovery journeys!
- Willing to perform front office tasks while not performing patient care
- Personal Training certification would be a plus!