Physical Therapist Assistant
Job Type
Full-time, Part-time
Description

Join us at the Nexus of care and compassion.


Physical Therapist Assistant Benefits:

  • Low-Cost Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefits coverage
  • 401K Plan
  • Employee rewards program
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Weekly & Monthly Employee Appreciation Events
  • Birthday & Anniversary Celebrations
  • Growth from within
  • Team-oriented work environment


Physical Therapist Assistant Responsibilities:

  • Administering medically prescribed physical therapy treatments to relieve pain, improve or restore function, and promote healing.
  • Provides skilled physical therapy services/interventions in accordance with physician orders under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
  • Responds to requests for service by relaying information and referrals to Physical Therapist.
  • Implements and modifies the patient’s physical therapy plan of treatment with PT supervision.
  • Measures & records patient’s motor function, strength, and muscle performance.
  • Monitor patient response to treatment intervention and modify treatment approach and directive as clinically appropriate with IDT collaboration.
  • Provide clinical support and education to patients, family members, and caregivers.
  • Ensure documentation is completed thoroughly and timely and complies with all company and state/federal regulatory requirements.
Requirements

Physical Therapist Assistant Qualifications:

  • Active/Valid Illinois license as Physical Therapy Assistant
  • SNF/Long term care experience preferred.
  • Current knowledge of treatment practices.
  • Knowledge of Net Health Electronic Documentation System preferred.


Salary Description
$35.00 - $42.00 / per hour