Clinical PT Assistant — Elevate Patient Recovery

Northwestern Medicine; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision in Illinois. The role includes teaching, committee participation, and process improvement within the department.

The PTA will model professional behavior, support patient education, and contribute to treating plans while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with regulations and standards.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required for PTA licensure and practice.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association upon hire.
• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Illinois is required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates NM values of teamwork, patients first, integrity, and excellence daily.
• Presents a friendly, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Provides accurate information and timely updates to patients and customers; guides them appropriately.
• Uses service recovery skills to resolve problems.
• Collaborates with therapists and other clinicians to optimize patient care.
• Maintains proper documentation and charting to reflect treatment and discharge plans.
• Assists in education and mentorship of clinical interns and students.

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant Program

BLS Certification (American Heart Association)

Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant in Illinois

Job description

Northwestern Medicine seeks a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to provide direct patient care under supervision in Illinois. The role includes teaching, committee participation, and process improvement within the department.

The PTA will model professional behavior, support patient education, and contribute to treating plans while maintaining accurate documentation and compliance with regulations and standards.