Outpatient PTA: Aquatic & Therapeutic Exercise Specialist

Carle Health; California (MO); On-site; USD 59,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement plan of care under a PT, treating patients of all ages. You will educate patients and families, document progress, and coordinate with the PT and care team.

Responsibilities include therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, electrical stimulation, and aquatic therapy as needed. Must hold an Illinois PTA license or eligible and have BLS certification with the ability to complete board exam requirements, plus

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) eligible or licensed in Illinois (IDFPR).
• BLS certification required with board exam completion within set timelines.
• Education in PTA program with ability to follow therapist's plan of care.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients and families using effective teaching methods.
• Follows and adjusts the plan of care with physician approval and documentation.
• Completes daily documentation and correct EMR entries.
• Coordinates with PT and care team on patient progress.

Skills

Patient education

Therapeutic exercise

Gait and balance training

Documentation

Coordination with PT

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant to implement plan of care under a PT, treating patients of all ages. You will educate patients and families, document progress, and coordinate with the PT and care team.

Responsibilities include therapeutic exercise, gait and balance training, electrical stimulation, and aquatic therapy as needed. Must hold an Illinois PTA license or eligible and have BLS certification with the ability to complete board exam requirements, plus