Physical Therapy Assistant
Listed on 2026-08-09
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Healthcare
Physical Therapy
Job Opportunity
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Shift: M-F varying 8-hour shifts; start time between 7 a.m. and 8 a.m.
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
0.4
Treatment to include, but not limited to: range of motion and mobility exercise, EMS, ultrasound, whirlpool, therapeutic heat and cold, cervical and pelvic traction, soft tissue massage, electrical nerve stimulation, progressive resistive exercise and muscle re-education, neurological facilitation and inhibition techniques, orthotic and prosthetic iontophoresis and in-home therapy.
Essential Functions- Under direction and supervision of a PT, treats patients as ordered and reviewed by physician.
- Educates patients, families and caregivers in treatment and expected outcomes.
- Provides timely, personal supervision of support staff.
- Provides In-Home services to patients as ordered.
- Documents treatment and reports patient progress and response to PT and physician as needed.
- Promotes profession and department through participation in in-services, health fairs, trade shows, community presentations and community service organizations.
- Participates in the performance improvement process by identifying opportunities for improvement and taking action to improve patient care services.
- Assists clinical instruction of PTA students through university affiliations. Supervises job shadow and high school student interns.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Associate Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
- Illinois Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required within 6 months of hire.
- Valid Illinois Vehicle Operator's License required.
Compensation Range: $25.27 - $37.91
Available Benefits for PRN Positions:
- Gift Shop Discount
- CGH Day Care Discount
- CGH Dietary Discount
- Employee Assistance Program
- CGH Pharmacy Discount
- CGH Vision Center Discount
Thank you for your interest in a career at CGH Medical Center.
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