Geriatric Rehab PT Assistant — Restore & Mobility

Azza HealthCare Agency; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support restorative and rehabilitative care for senior residents in a long-term care setting.

You will implement treatment plans under a licensed PT, guide residents through therapeutic exercises, monitor progress, document outcomes, and collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to promote dignity, safety, and quality of life for residents.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-focused demeanor.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to follow PT direction and support individualized care plans.
• Comfort providing therapeutic exercise instruction and monitoring responses.
• Reliable documentation skills and attention to resident outcomes.
• Ability to work effectively with a multidisciplinary care team.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under the direction of a licensed physical therapist.
• Guide residents through therapeutic exercises and related mobility activities.
• Monitor resident progress and assist with adjustments to support recovery goals.
• Document treatment outcomes and contribute to quality care standards.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Educate residents and families on exercises and care-related guidance.
• Maintain a mission-driven, person-centered approach focused on dignity and safety.

Skills

Compassionate demeanor

Communication skills

Follow PT direction

Therapy instruction

Documentation skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Azza HealthCare Agency seeks a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support restorative and rehabilitative care for senior residents in a long-term care setting.

You will implement treatment plans under a licensed PT, guide residents through therapeutic exercises, monitor progress, document outcomes, and collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to promote dignity, safety, and quality of life for residents.