PRN Physical Therapist Assistant - Home Care

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Physical Therapist Assistant, under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, assists in administering the Physical Therapists' treatment plan.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Associate’s degree in Physical Therapy

Licensure/

Certifications:

• Respective state license as Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• Valid Driver’s License & Insurance (Home Care only)

Other skills/knowledge:

• Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the population served.
• Strong written and oral communication skills to communicate effectively with patients and families and accurately document care in EMR.
• Communicates effectively with other treatment team members when gathering and exchanging patient condition information.
• Analytical ability to identify and report changes in patient’s condition to a physical therapist.
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to process detailed information in an accurate manner.
• Experience in working with electronic medical records.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One year experience in hospital or Home Care setting

OSF Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.