PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSIST I IP

Memorial Health; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Job summary

Memorial Health in Springfield, IL is looking for a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant. The successful candidate will provide treatment to patients under the supervision of a physical therapist and maintain compliance with APTA standards.

This full-time position requires a two-year approved education and CPR certification. Candidates must have excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient care and safety.

Qualifications

• Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action.
• Work experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Universal Precautions Category I.

Responsibilities

• Carries out patient care program as established by the therapist.
• Performs treatment procedures according to APTA standards.
• Communicates effectively with team members.

Skills

Illinois eligible/licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

CPR certification

Education

Two-year approved schooling for Certified Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Hourly Rate (Min-Max)

USD $24.04/Hr. - USD $37.26/Hr.

Sign-on Bonus

Up to $15,000.00.

Overview

As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you will be responsible for providing physical therapy treatment to patients of all ages under the direction and supervision of a physical therapist. All procedures are carried out in accordance with established standards, policies, protocols and guidelines. This position requires a two‑year approved schooling for Certified Physical Therapist Assistant. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and without previous disciplinary action in Illinois or another state.

Schedule

Full Time, Days.

Qualifications

• Illinois eligible/licensed Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification is required.

Experience

• Work experience preferred.

Other Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Universal Precautions Category I.

Responsibilities

• Carries out patient care program as established by the therapist to patients of all ages.
• Performs treatment procedures safely and in accordance with American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) standards and department policies.
• Communicates with the Physical Therapist and other team members to assure effective teamwork within the work setting.
• Takes appropriate action when warranted by the patient’s condition.
• Participates in patient care documentation.
• Maintains the environment and departmental equipment in a neat, functional and safe order.
• Maintains skills in treatment procedure through utilization of in‑service and continuing education opportunities and expertise of other clinical staff personnel.
• Demonstrates flexibility in daily scheduling of patients.
• Promotes health and safety in the work environment.
• Actively participates in competency assessment process.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.