Orthopedic PT Assistant: Growth, Bonuses & Mentoring

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401K with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute in Illinois is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for an outpatient orthopedic setting. The role includes following PT plans, documenting status, and coordinating with supervising PT to progress patients toward functional goals.

The position offers a three-month mentoring ramp, continuing education support, and participation in leadership development programs. Comp package includes health, life, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant Program.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans established by the physical therapist including progression of patient to attain functional goals.
• Provide exceptional care for patients in an outpatient orthopedic clinical setting.
• Document patient status per guidelines of IBJI Rehab.
• Communicate progress with physicians and co-sign by PT.
• Coordinate with supervising PT on patient progression and discharge.
• Supervise rehabilitation technicians and staff as needed.
• Maintain timely documentation of treatment and notes.
• Adhere to billing policies and maintain appropriate CEUs.
• Develop relationships with therapists and physician teams.
• Facilitate collaboration with PTs, MDs, and case managers.
• Participate in IBJI programs and community outreach.

Skills

Communication

Lifting

Stamina

Computer skills

Written & verbal comms

Education

Graduate PTA program

Job description

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute in Illinois is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant for an outpatient orthopedic setting. The role includes following PT plans, documenting status, and coordinating with supervising PT to progress patients toward functional goals.

The position offers a three-month mentoring ramp, continuing education support, and participation in leadership development programs. Comp package includes health, life, dental, vision, 401K, PTO and more.