Physical Therapist Assistant

Rosaires Care; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Rosaires Care in Carbondale, IL seeks a compassionate professional to support patients in home and community-based settings. You will assist physical therapists by implementing treatment plans and guiding mobility exercises to improve independence.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, patient education, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary care team to achieve personalized care goals.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-focused approach aligned with empathy and inclusion.
• Strong ability to assist with mobility and strength-focused interventions.
• Knowledge of therapeutic exercise principles and basic patient monitoring.
• Competent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork with patients, families, and care team members.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist.
• Assist with therapeutic exercises to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence.
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the Physical Therapist.
• Accurately document patient outcomes and clinical observations.
• Educate patients and families on care strategies and exercise support.
• Maintain safety standards and contribute to person-centered, compassionate care.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support overall goals.

Skills

Compassionate care

Mobility & strength support

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

Job description

to support patients in home and community-based settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist
• Assist with therapeutic exercises to improve mobility, strength, and functional independence
• Monitor patient progress and report changes to the Physical Therapist
• Accurately document patient outcomes and clinical observations
• Educate patients and families on care strategies and exercise support
• Maintain safety standards and contribute to person-centered, compassionate care
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to support overall goals

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate, patient-focused approach aligned with empathy and inclusion
• Strong ability to assist with mobility and strength-focused interventions
• Knowledge of therapeutic exercise principles and basic patient monitoring
• Competent documentation skills and attention to detail
• Effective communication and teamwork with patients, families, and care team members