Dynamic Physical Therapist Assistant - Hands-on Rehab

Advocate Health; Marinette (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in Wisconsin. The role involves executing treatment plans under the physical therapist's guidance, adjusting care as patients improve, and applying modalities as prescribed.

You will educate patients and families about progress and techniques while helping maintain a clean, organized department. Coverage across Advocate Health facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• Applicable state license for Physical Therapy Assistant is required.
• BLS certification required per policy guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Implements the physical therapy treatment plan as directed by the therapist.
• Collaborates with the therapist to modify treatment as patient status changes.
• Applies modalities under supervision of a therapist.
• Educates patients and families on deficits, progress toward goals, and techniques.
• Maintains a clean and orderly department.
• May provide coverage across Advocate Health facilities as needed.

Education

Associates Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

State license for Physical Therapy Assistant

BLS certification

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant to support patient care in Wisconsin. The role involves executing treatment plans under the physical therapist's guidance, adjusting care as patients improve, and applying modalities as prescribed.

You will educate patients and families about progress and techniques while helping maintain a clean, organized department. Coverage across Advocate Health facilities may be required.