assistant-physical therapist - Lafayette, IN , USA, United States - Indiana University Health

Description

Job Description

Overview

Physical therapist assistants provide direct patient care and selected physical therapy treatments under the supervision of a physical therapist.

PTA's assist in the clinical education of physical therapy students and clinical supervision of physical therapist assistant students as well as provide guidance and supervision for support personnel.

Willingly participates in related activities in support of patient care, education and department operations.

Requires graduation from an accredited physical therapist assistant education program, or if foreign trained, graduation from an assistant physical therapist education program outside the US with educationally equivalent coursework accepted by Indiana PLA.

Requires certification as an Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Indiana. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at IU Health.

IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.