Physical Therapist Assistant - Sports Medicine ...

Overview Full Time: 40 hours per weekWI licensed as a PTAMercyhealth Sports Medicine in Janesville is a fast paced outpatient orthopedics and sports medicine practice focused on providing exceptional patient care. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Integrates subjective and objective data to follow an established treatment plan.Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and municates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.Performs thorough and timely electronic documentationStrengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniquesParticipates actively in the PI and CQI processAssists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partnersParticipates in cost saving initiatives within the departmentTakes an active role in the performance improvement process Maintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician groupPlans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy AssistantsCERTIFICATION/LICENSURE Licensed as a physical therapist assistant in WICPR/BLS required within 90 days of hire SPECIAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.Stand - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeWalk - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeSit - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the timeHandling/Fingering/Feeling - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeReaching - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeClimb/Balance - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the timeStoop/Kneel/Crouch/Crawl - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeTalk/Hear - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeTaste/Smell - Not a present activityStrength - Heavy work exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, or 25-50 pounds of force frequentlyClose Vision - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeDistance Vision - Not a present activityColor Vision - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the timePeripheral Vision - Occasionally or condition exists up to 1/3 of the timeDepth Perception - Not a present activityAbility to Adjust Focus - Frequently or condition exists up to 1/3 - 2/3 of the timeLEVEL OF SUPERVISION Some independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards. Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations Benefits For eligible partners who hold an FTE of 0.5 or higher we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes is but not limited to health, dental and vision insurance, a retirement plan with a competitive matching contribution and generous paid time off that increases with longevity. Mercyhealth offers several education assistance programs and tuition reimbursement to support employees in their career advancement. Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, a variety of paid and non-paid leaves, and on-demand pay. We have a wide array of supplemental benefits including pet insurance, legal and identity protection, auto and home insurance. Need help finding the right job?

Created: 2025-11-07