Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) PRN

EmpowerMe Wellness; Lake Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Career growth & cross-training

401(k) with match

Free CEU Access

Full medical, dental, vision

Job summary

EmpowerMe Wellness is seeking qualified therapists to deliver physical, occupational, or speech therapy for older adults within our EmpowerMe 360 program. You will conduct assessments, craft personalized care plans, and provide evidence-based interventions as part of a collaborative team that includes wellness and medical care.

This role emphasizes care coordination through wellness check-ins and caregiver communication, while maintaining high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Current professional license in your therapy discipline (PT, PTA, OT, COTA, or SLP).
• Passion for empowering seniors to live their best lives.
• Strong clinical skills with a collaborative spirit.
• Love for teamwork, connection, and being visible in your community.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy and wellness services (physical, occupational, or speech) for older adults.
• Conduct assessments, create personalized care plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions as part of a collaborative team.
• Support care coordination with wellness check-ins, caregiver communication, and telehealth support.
• Maintain professional and ethical standards in line with company initiatives.
• Contribute to program development and continuous quality improvement.
• Help residents maximize independence, confidence, and satisfaction.

Skills

Licensed therapy professional

Empowering seniors

Collaborative clinical skills

Team engagement

Job description

Overview

This isn’t therapy as usual – it’s therapy reimagined.

At EmpowerMe Wellness, our therapists don’t just treat patients — they become the heartbeat of EmpowerMe 360, our integrated model of care. EmpowerMe 360 connects therapy, wellness, and medical providers into one seamless experience for residents. As part of this program, you’ll be the trusted guide for seniors, helping them live stronger, safer, and more independent lives.

Your Impact = Residents’ Independence

Every time you help a resident move with confidence, reduce a fall risk, or master a daily task, you’ll see the power of EmpowerMe 360 in action.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Provide therapy and wellness services (physical, occupational, or speech) for older adults
• Conduct assessments, create personalized care plans, and deliver evidence-based interventions as part of a collaborative team
• Support care coordination with wellness check-ins, caregiver communication, and telehealth support
• Maintain professional and ethical standards in line with company initiatives
• Contribute to program development and continuous quality improvement
• Help residents maximize independence, confidence, and satisfaction

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Impact You Can See: Build meaningful relationships with residents while helping them stay active, safe, and out of the hospital.
• Balance You Can Count On: No late nights, no constant driving — predictable schedules that work for your life.
• Growth You Can Build On: Opportunities for leadership, specialty programs, and professional development.
• Variety Every Day: Therapy, care coordination, and wellness check-ins keep your role dynamic.
• A Supportive Culture: Therapists are celebrated here, not sidelined.

Benefits You’ll Love

• Flexible schedule
• Fun, team-focused culture
• Career growth & cross-training
• Recognition programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free CEU Access
• Full medical, dental, vision
• 401(k) with match
• HSA, FSA, Life & Disability Insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Voluntary benefits (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance)
• 401(k) with match

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring to EmpowerMe

• Current professional license in your therapy discipline (PT, PTA, OT, COTA, or SLP)
• Passion for empowering seniors to live their best lives
• Strong clinical skills with a collaborative spirit
• Love for teamwork, connection, and being visible in your community

About EmpowerMe Wellness

EmpowerMe Wellness is an integrated healthcare company partnering with senior living communities nationwide. Through our EmpowerMe 360 program, we bring together therapy, pharmacy, and medical care to help residents live stronger, safer, and more independent lives.

Guided by our mission of improving the lives of seniors and the communities they call home, our therapists are at the heart of this purpose — delivering care with meaning, building trusted relationships, and shaping the future of senior wellness every day.

$38.00 - $42.00 per hour