Part-Time In-Home Physical Therapy Assistant

CGH Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gift Shop Discount

CGH Day Care Discount

CGH Dietary Discount

Employee Assistance Program

CGH Pharmacy Discount

CGH Vision Center Discount

Job summary

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN/onsite) to work under a PT and physician direction. You will educate patients and families, supervise support staff, and provide in-home services as ordered, documenting progress and communicating with the PT and physician.

The role requires an Associate Degree as a PTA and Illinois licensure within 6 months of hire, plus a valid Illinois driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• Illinois Licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required within 6 months of hire.
• Valid Illinois Vehicle Operator’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Treat patients under the supervision of a PT and as ordered by a physician.
• Educate patients, families and caregivers on treatment and expected outcomes.
• Supervise support staff and provide in-home services as ordered.
• Document treatment progress and report to PT and physician as needed.
• Contribute to professional outreach and community education.
• Assist in clinical instruction of PTA students and interns.

Skills

Educating patients and families

Supervising staff

Documentation

Education

Associate Degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

CGH Medical Center in Sterling, IL is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PRN/onsite) to work under a PT and physician direction. You will educate patients and families, supervise support staff, and provide in-home services as ordered, documenting progress and communicating with the PT and physician.

The role requires an Associate Degree as a PTA and Illinois licensure within 6 months of hire, plus a valid Illinois driver’s license.