Geriatric PTA — Compassionate Rehab | Mentorship & Growth

Renewal Rehab; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewal Rehab in the greater Chicago area seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support high-quality therapy services for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. Working under a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized treatment plans and lead therapeutic exercises.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and caregivers, document progress, and contribute to care planning.

Qualifications

• Active PTA license in Illinois or eligibility.
• Experience in skilled nursing or post-acute care preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans under supervision.
• Lead therapeutic exercises and gait/balance training.
• Document patient progress accurately.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Educate patients and caregivers and contribute to care planning.

Skills

Compassionate care

Mobility training

Balance training

Documentation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Patient education

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Renewal Rehab in the greater Chicago area seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support high-quality therapy services for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. Working under a Physical Therapist, you will implement individualized treatment plans and lead therapeutic exercises.

You will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, educate patients and caregivers, document progress, and contribute to care planning.