Geriatric Physical Therapist Assistant

Renewal Rehab; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewal Rehab in Evanston, IL seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our on-site team serving seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. You will implement PT treatment plans, guide therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and functional mobility interventions aimed at improving safety and independence.

Working alongside an interdisciplinary team, you will document progress in EMR systems, educate patients and families, and contribute to a supportive,

Responsibilities

• Implement PT treatment plans and supervise therapeutic exercises.
• Provide gait and balance training and functional mobility interventions.
• Document patient progress in EMR systems and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families to support safety and independence.

Skills

Compassionate

EMR documentation

Geriatric rehab

Team collaboration

Patient education

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Renewal Rehab seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support high-quality rehab services for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. In this on-site role, you'll implement PT treatment plans, deliver therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and functional mobility interventions to improve safety, independence, and quality of life. You'll document progress in EMR systems, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and educate patients and families. Renewal Rehab offers a supportive, patient-centered culture, clinical resources, mentorship, manageable caseloads, and opportunities for growth in geriatric care.