Physical Therapy Assistant

Physical Therapy Assistant

Company: Ohio University

Job Location: Athens, 45701-2979

Category: Health and Medical Services

Type: Full-Time

Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public , University Wide, AFSCME 3200 University Wide

Special Instructions to Applicants
THIS POSITION IS BEING POSTED INTERNALLY AND TO THE PUBLIC SIMULTANEOUSLY IN ORDER TO EXPEDITE THE POSTING PROCESS. HOWEVER, CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY AFSCME 3200 EMPLOYEES WILL BE CONSIDERED FIRST.
Please complete the online application and attach the required documents. Required documents include a detailed cover letter, resume, and a list of at least three (3) professional references with current contact details, including email addresses.
We seek candidates with a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty and staff.

This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Posting Number: 20166971S

Job Description
Assists patients in restoring physical functions following a disease, injury, or loss of a body part. Works with patients adjusting to a disability to help them achieve maximum physical performance.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs patient/client treatment under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Completes appropriate documentation regarding treatment to meet state and federal guidelines.
• Supervise staff who assist with procedures.
• Participates in general tasks associated with being part of the Physical Therapy team.

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of the technical and practical concepts, processes and methods in Physical Therapy typically obtained by completion of a Physical Therapy Assistant Associate's Degree program and ability to obtain appropriate licensure.

Department Physical Therapy

Pay Rate: Minimum $21.44 - $28.41 hourly

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Job Open Date 04/08/2026

Posting Close Date 5/13/2026

Job Category: Classified AFSCME 3200 Bargaining Unit appointment

Months 12 month

Planning Unit: College of Health Sciences & Professions

Work Schedule
Hours will be variable and determined by need. Primarily M-F, between the hours of 7:00 am and 6:30 pm with occasional weekend coverage.

Campus: Athens

Expected hours worked per week 40

Expected duration of assignment ongoing

Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Clay Matthews, matthewc@ohio.edu, 740-566-4571

Department Physical Therapy

Job Family/Subfamily Health Services-Physical Therapy

Career Track & Level TAS4

Pay Grade AF3200 |16|