Physical Therapist Assistant - PRN

Overview

PTA
- Summa Rehab Hospital – Akron, OH. Summa Rehab Hospital is a state‑of‑the‑art inpatient rehabilitation facility dedicated to helping patients overcome disabling injuries and illnesses. We specialize in intensive rehab for stroke recovery, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, and other complex conditions. Our multidisciplinary team provides comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a supportive, healing environment. Joint Commission‑accredited and certified in stroke and brain injury rehabilitation, Summa Rehab is nationally recognized for delivering patient‑centered care that helps individuals regain independence.

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our team of passionate patient caregivers!

• PPO and High Deductible Medical Plan options
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account options available
• Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K with employer matching
• Life insurance
• Short‑and long‑term disability

• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program with quarterly wellness challenges with participation incentives
• Earned Time Off - start accruing vacation time on start date

• Continuing education opportunities and reimbursement

Required Skills:

• Current and valid licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Basic Life Support/CPR Certification from an approved vendor required.
• One year of direct patient care experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Additional Qualifications/

Skills:

• Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of treatment costs and financial support as they relate to quality and efficiency.
• Demonstrates competency in the provision of care according to established standards.
• Demonstrates appropriate application of age‑specific standards, policies and procedures and guidelines in caring for pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates general computer skills including data entry, word processing, email, and record management.
• Leadership skills in delegating, organizing, and educating coworkers and staff.
• Effective organizational and time management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain proper levels of confidentiality.
• Ability to work closely and professionally with others.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Under the direction of a physical therapist, may be involved in implementing treatment plans with patients. Performs components of physical therapy procedures and related tasks selected by a supervising physical therapist. Records the patient’s responses to treatment and reports to the physical therapist the outcome of each treatment. Integrates the hospital’s mission and “Guiding Principles” into daily practice.