Physical Therapist Assistant

Fox Valley Orthopedic; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Valley Orthopedic in Elgin, Illinois is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) to work under a licensed PT. The role involves implementing treatment plans, helping patients reach rehabilitation goals, and maintaining quality care in a collaborative environment.

The PTA will handle documentation, safety compliance (OSHA), and may instruct students. Shifts are Monday–Friday, with no weekend hours, offering starting pay between $28.50 and $35 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to problem solve through a well-defined approach.
• Ability to instruct and collaborate with others.
• Strong team orientation.
• Ability to accomplish multiple tasks and prioritize activities.

Responsibilities

• Implements treatment programs designed by a physical therapist to ensure quality patient care.
• Maintains complete and accurate records pertinent to patient treatment to assure proper documentation and regulatory compliance.
• Maintains professional skills/competencies to meet the demands of the position.
• Provide clinical instruction to students when assigned.
• Comply with safety policies and regulatory requirements (OSHA) and participate in safety activities.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.
• Attend department meetings and mandatory educational programs.
• Follow departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Instruction

Collaboration

Team orientation

Multitasking

Prioritization

Job description

FOX VALLEY ORTHOPEDICSWhere Innovation Meets Comprehensive, Personalized CareOur team members are critical to our success and growth and are rewarded for their dedication and hard work. IF this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!Position SummaryThe Physical Therapist Assistant the PTA will work under the supervision of a licensed PT to implement treatment plans, assist patients in achieving their rehabilitation goals, and ensure a high standard of care in a collaborative environment.Location: Elgin, IllinoisStatus: Full-Time (40 Hours/Week)Days/Hours: Monday - Friday, Days and Evenings (No Weekends)Expected Starting Pay: $28.50 - $35.00/Hour (minimum to mid-point, based on experience)Knowledge/Skills/AbilitiesStrong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to problem solve through a well-defined approach.Ability to instruct and collaborate with others.Strong team orientation.Ability to accomplish multiple tasks and prioritize activities.Essential Job FunctionsImplements treatment programs designed by a physical therapist to ensure quality patient careMaintains complete and accurate records pertinent to patient treatment to assure proper documentation and to be in regulatory complianceMaintains professional skills/competencies to effectively and progressively meet the demands of the positionProvide clinical instruction to students when assigned Incumbent is expected to comply with safety policies and procedures, regulatory requirements such as OSHA and to participate in corporate-wide and department safety activitiesComply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA.Participate in performance improvement activities.Attend and participate in department meetings.Attend mandatory educational programs.Follow established guidelines as stated in departmental policies and procedures.Responsible for all other duties as assigned.Must be able to pass background check. We also conduct pre-employment TB and drug testing. Any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment TB and drug screen, background check, and obtaining active licensures per job requirements.