Outpatient PT Assistant: Growth, Mentorship & Bonuses

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute; Wilmette (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Wellness program

Health savings accounts

Flexible savings accounts

ID protection

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute in Wilmette, IL is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to support an outpatient orthopedic program. The role focuses on implementing PT-initiated plans, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with supervising therapists to ensure quality care.

The position requires an Illinois PTA license, CPR certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Mentoring and ongoing professional development opportunities are available.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current Illinois license to practice as PTA is required.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced outpatient orthopedic setting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out treatment plans established by the physical therapist and progress patients toward functional goals.
• Provide exceptional care in an outpatient orthopedic clinical setting.
• Document patient status per compliance guidelines of IBJI Rehab.
• Communicate progress and discharge information through notes to physicians, co-signed by supervising PT.
• Supervise rehabilitation technicians and administrative staff as needed.
• Complete daily paperwork including treatment notes, progress notes, discharges, HEPs, etc.
• Stay current with billing policies and practice ethical billing.

Skills

Fast-paced work ability

Written communication

Verbal communication

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed PTA in Illinois

Graduated from accredited PTA program

CPR certification

Job description

Illinois Bone & Joint Institute in Wilmette, IL is seeking a full-time Physical Therapist Assistant to support an outpatient orthopedic program. The role focuses on implementing PT-initiated plans, documenting patient progress, and collaborating with supervising therapists to ensure quality care.

The position requires an Illinois PTA license, CPR certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Mentoring and ongoing professional development opportunities are available.