At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. **Primary Function/General Purpose of Position** The Physical Therapy Assistant provides skilled therapeutic interventions to patients using their educational skills and knowledge. This may involve outpatients, inpatients, pediatrics and off-site locations. Services the patients as a part of the entire continuum of professional care. **Essential Job Functions** + Assists in the performance of physical therapy activities as assigned by the Physical Therapist. Prepares treatment areas, patients, and equipment for treatments. + Instructs patients on segments of the program as directed by the Physical Therapist + 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. + Collaborates with Physical Therapist and other health team members to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying and coordinating treatment programs. 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. **Licensing/Certification** Licensed as a Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of current practice (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, required within 30 days for BSMH, required at hire for RSFH) Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status 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 Employers, 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