Geriatric PT Assistant - Impactful Rehab & Discharge

Bethesda Health Group; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Insurance: medical, dental, vision,Rx,

Life insurance

Job summary

Bethesda Health Group in Belleville, IL is hiring a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering goal-directed activities to improve function. You will participate in programs designed to restore patients to maximum independence and assist with discharge planning.

Responsibilities include coordinating treatment plans, documenting progress, training caretakers, and communicating with the health care team to ensure smooth transitions from skilled services to

Qualifications

• Licensed State PTA in good standing.
• CPR certification or willingness to obtain within six months of employment.
• One to two years of geriatrics experience preferred.
• Qualified new graduates will be considered.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; reliable and responsible.
• Able to assist with mobility, transfers and lifting.
• Demonstrates initiative and teamwork in a elder care setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Physical Therapist in delivering goal-directed activities to improve function.
• Participate in programs designed to restore patients to maximum independence.
• Formulate and prioritize patient treatment plans based on evaluations.
• Document progress and communicate with care team to ensure smooth discharge.
• Provide caretaker education for post-discharge care.
• Assist with departmental administration and staff orientation.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Bethesda Health Group in Belleville, IL is hiring a Staff Physical Therapist Assistant to support the Physical Therapist in delivering goal-directed activities to improve function. You will participate in programs designed to restore patients to maximum independence and assist with discharge planning.

Responsibilities include coordinating treatment plans, documenting progress, training caretakers, and communicating with the health care team to ensure smooth transitions from skilled services to