Physical Therapist Assistant

MedCadre; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 47 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

MedCadre is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) in Chicago to provide therapeutic services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist. You will help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.

Responsibilities include implementing treatment plans, guiding therapeutic exercises, assisting with gait and transfers, and educating patients on home programs. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative healthcare

Qualifications

• Must hold an Associate degree from an accredited PTA program.
• PTA license or certification required where applicable.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills are essential.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and coordinate with the healthcare team.

Responsabilités

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and interventions.
• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, gait, balance, and strengthening activities.
• Perform range-of-motion and functional exercises.
• Monitor patient response and report changes to the PT.
• Educate patients on exercises and home programs.
• Maintain accurate treatment documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean therapy environment.
• Follow patient safety and infection control standards.

Connaissances

Communication

Organization

Patient care

Team collaboration

Formation

Associate degree in PTA

PTA license/certification

Description du poste

Job Title: Physical Therapist Assistant PTA-5 days/week 32 hour guarantee The listed bill rate is intended for candidates who meet all the preferred qualifications. If a candidate is less experienced or doesn't fully meet the criteria, a lower rate may be considered

Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)Position Summary

We are seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to provide therapeutic services under the direction of a licensed Physical Therapist. The PTA will help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans developed by the Physical Therapist.
• Provide therapeutic exercises and assigned physical therapy interventions.
• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, gait, balance, and strengthening activities.
• Perform range-of-motion and functional exercises.
• Monitor patient response to treatment and report changes to the Physical Therapist.
• Educate patients on exercises and home programs as directed.
• Assist with gait training and appropriate assistive devices.
• Maintain accurate and timely treatment documentation.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized therapy environment.
• Follow patient safety, infection control, and professional standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current PTA license or certification as applicable.
• Previous clinical experience preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and patient-care skills.
• Ability to follow treatment plans and work effectively with the healthcare team.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.