Outpatient Physical Therapy Assistant - PTA

Olympia Fields Hospital; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Olympia Fields Hospital is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant for its Outpatient Physical Therapy department in Homewood, IL. You will provide medically prescribed therapies under supervision to help patients restore function and prevent disability.

The role emphasizes adherence to state licensing and clinical guidelines, with opportunities for ongoing education. The position is Full Time, daytime shifts, with a competitive benefits package and tuition reimbursement programs aimed

Qualifications

• A.A. Degree.
• Current state Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide medically prescribed physical therapy services to restore function and prevent disability.
• Perform responsibilities under supervision of the Physical Therapist and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Support patient progress across musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and integumentary disorders.

Education

A.A. Degree

PTA license

BCLS certificate

Healthcare experience

Tools

None

Job description

Overview

Department: Outpatient Physical Therapy

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

Facility: OFIL Homewood Therapy

Location: 18460 Governors Highway, Homewood, IL 60430

Compensation Range: $26.68 to $38.65

Why Join Olympia Fields?

• Join an award-winning community hospital that is part of the nationally recognized Prime Healthcare network, providing employees with the stability and resources of a large health system
• Access comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off, designed to support employees at every stage of their careers.
• Take advantage of tuition reimbursement programs, continuing education opportunities, and specialized training through the PrimE-Academy professional development platform.

Interview Process

• Fast, streamlined interview process — no long waits or multiple rounds
• One interview with quick decision‑making
• Flexible interview scheduling to fit your availability

Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Physical Therapist, provides medically prescribed therapeutic services in order to restore function and prevent disability in patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and/or integumentary disorders. Performs responsibilities in accordance with Physical Therapy, state and federal regulatory, licensing and accrediting requirements.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• A.A. Degree.
• Current state Physical Therapist Assistance license.
• Current BCLS (AHA) Certificate upon hire and maintain current.
• Healthcare experience preferred.

Pay Transparency

Olympia Fields Hospital offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $26.68 to $38.65. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf