Ortho & Sports PT Assistant — Rehab & Recovery

Carle Health; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support orthopedic and sports medicine patients in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. You will implement therapy plans designed by licensed physical therapists, guide patients through therapeutic exercises, apply modalities, and assist with functional training to promote recovery and prevent re-injury.

You will document progress in the EMR, educate patients on home programs, and help maintain a safe, well-organized clinic.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or PTA program graduate required.
• Current PTA license/registration in state of practice.
• Strong interpersonal communication and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement therapy plans designed by licensed physical therapists.
• Guide patients through therapeutic exercises and activities.
• Apply modalities as prescribed and assist with functional training.
• Document patient progress in the EMR and educate on home programs.
• Help maintain a safe, organized clinic environment.

Skills

EMR documentation

Patient education

Therapy exercises

Team collaboration

Education

Physical Therapist Assistant license

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Carle Health seeks a Physical Therapy Assistant to support orthopedic and sports medicine patients in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. You will implement therapy plans designed by licensed physical therapists, guide patients through therapeutic exercises, apply modalities, and assist with functional training to promote recovery and prevent re-injury.

You will document progress in the EMR, educate patients on home programs, and help maintain a safe, well-organized clinic.