Acute Rehab PTA — Per Diem (Sat Availability)

Endeavor Health; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium pay for eligible employees

Career growth opportunities

Free Parking

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Arlington Heights, IL is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant for the Acute Rehab Unit. This per diem role supports patient care during the 8:00am to 4:30pm shift and requires some weekend availability.

Ideal candidates will hold an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy, current Illinois licensure or eligibility, and AHA BLS CPR certification. Prior experience is preferred; a strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential to deliver high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy from an APTA accredited school or equivalent.
• Current Illinois licensure or eligibility.
• American Heart Association BLS CPR certification.
• 2 years of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to treat and care for patients in assigned area, implementing treatment based on developmental stages and interpreting communication.
• Administers and instructs patients in all aspects of the treatment plan; assesses effectiveness and consults with Physical Therapist when beyond PTA scope.
• Communicates treatment effects and changes in patient condition to the Physical Therapist; follows recommendations and modifies treatment accordingly.
• Prepares and completes all patient records, billing and documentation according to departmental guidelines.
• Involves patient, family, and caregivers in the plan of care, including post-discharge planning.
• Conducts patient/family education sessions and provides written home programs.
• Communicates and cooperates with physicians, nursing, and other hospital staff to provide optimal patient care.
• May assist supervision of paraprofessional staff, students and volunteers; delegates tasks and monitors performance.

Education

Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy (APTA Accredited)

Current Illinois licensure or eligibility

American Heart Association BLS CPR certification

Job description

Endeavor Health in Arlington Heights, IL is hiring a Physical Therapy Assistant for the Acute Rehab Unit. This per diem role supports patient care during the 8:00am to 4:30pm shift and requires some weekend availability.

Ideal candidates will hold an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy, current Illinois licensure or eligibility, and AHA BLS CPR certification. Prior experience is preferred; a strong attention to detail and teamwork are essential to deliver high-quality care.