Physical Therapist Assistant

Physical Therapist Assistant Job Description

Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) perform physical therapy procedures and related tasks that have been selected and delegated only by a supervising physical therapist (PT). The PTA uses their knowledge and skills to help the physical therapist provide selected interventions as described in the patient’s plan of care. The PTA uses their clinical problem solving skills to ensure patient/client safety and comfort, as well as completion of interventions selected to achieve the patient’s desired outcomes and goals.

PTA’s demonstrate effective communication and strong interpersonal skills to motivate patients and provide compassionate care.

Physical Therapy

Full time, 40 hours/week

1st

• Associate's Degree (Required)
• BLS or CPR certification (within 90 days of hire)
• Sarah Bush Lincoln, PTA
  - Physical Therapist Assistant
  - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

• Pay:
  Based on experience, starting at $23.87
• Compensation Estimated Compensation Range $23.87 - $37.00 Pay based on experience

• Adheres to the APTA code of ethics.
• Appropriately carries out treatment as directed by supervising physical therapist.
• Able to provide a variety of treatment approaches utilizing appropriate manual techniques and available equipment and/ or modalities.
• Appropriately modifies treatment in response to patient progress and keeps the PT informed of changes in status and overall progress.
• Assists other facility staff members as needed to provide care and create a clean, orderly and effective environment for rehabilitation and physical therapy.
• Documents patient progress according to approved medical documentation and facility documentation procedures to best describe client progress toward established goals.
• Functions independently within the scope of the PTA Practice Act.
• If License Pending - must pass PTA Exam after 3rd attempt.
• Maintain patient records, ensuring that Certifications and Authorizations are in compliance with third party payer requirements.
• Maintains and consistently demonstrates competency in all areas of assigned client care needs and seeks out additional information, in-service or other educational opportunities to remain competent and current in practice.
• Provides individualized patient and caregiver education.

• We support on-site classroom learning programs and internet courses.
• We have a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We have developed a solid benefit package to help retain our employees, while providing them opportunities to grow their careers.
• Employees reap the benefit of our work culture which is steeped in professional and personal development programs.
• We are striving to be the employer of choice in the area.

When you come to work for Sarah Bush Lincoln or Fayette County Hospital Long Term Care, you have our commitment to help make this the best work experience of your life. Career development is available through continuing education and on-site training, so come grow with us! We are striving to be the employer of choice in the area.