Physical Therapist Assistant

Marketlocatorsusa; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA

FSA

Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life

Short/Long Disability

Voluntary Critical Illness

Voluntary Hospital Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Orthopedic Rehab Specialists is seeking a licensed Physical Therapy Assistant to join our Rockford, IL team. You will provide hands-on therapy, implement treatment plans, and monitor patient progress under the supervision of a PT.

The role offers a base salary range of $55,000–$72,000 with discretionary bonus potential and a robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, life insurance, disability, 401(k), and generous PTO.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state Physical Therapy Assistant license.
• Must demonstrate excellent work ethic and communication skills with patients.
• Basic computer skills are required for charting and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide onsite physical therapy treatment and execute the plan of care.
• Perform therapy techniques, direct therapeutic exercises, and conduct assessments as ordered.
• Collaborate with PTs, patients, and healthcare team to ensure goals are met and outcomes are optimal.

Skills

Excellent work ethic

Excellent communication skills

Analytical capability

Basic computer skills

Education

PTA license

Accredited PTA program certification

Job description

Orthopedic Rehab Specialists - Rockford IL; Winnebago IL; Byron IL; Belvidere IL; Loves Park IL; Dixon IL

2662 McFarland Rd Rockford, IL 61107 United States

Our Company

Orthopedic Rehab Specialists (ORS) is an independent therapist owned clinic that offers high quality patient centered care in a unique environment that promotes collaboration to achieve maximum therapeutic potential. Founded in 2000, in Rockford, IL, ORS expanded its ability to serve the community by adding occupational therapy, athletic training, and massage therapy services. We have clinics in surrounding Illinois communities including Belvidere, Byron, Dixon, Loves Park and Winnebago.

As we speak to the specialists in our name, we pride ourselves on our extensive education, training and pursuit of recognized certifications in our discipline(s). Experience and continued education among our team members allows close collaboration, skills transfer and guidance opportunities. Staff cohesiveness promotes knowledge sharing and internal resources.

Provides onsite patient treatment and execution of plan of care including but not limited to performing therapy techniques, directing therapeutic exercises, assessment and testing, to promote movement, reduce pain, and restore function. The PTA works closely with Physical Therapists, family members, and other health care providers to ensure goals of the plan of care are met and outcomes are optimal.

Compensation and Benefits

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program including base salary, signing bonus and discretionary bonus plan. Base salary rage 55K-72K commensurate with education and work experience.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• Healthcare Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness
• Voluntary Hospital Insurance
• generous Paid Time Off Plan
• 401(k) Plan

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid state physical therapy assistant license having achieved certification in an accredited physical therapy assistant program
• Must have excellent work ethic and dedication to patient success, excellent communication skills, high level analytical capability and demonstrated ability to effectively perform therapy interventions. Basic computer skills are required.

Must possess the ability to perform all duties with regard to state and federal laws and regulations including maintaining patient privacy in accordance with HIPPA and new regulations as they occur.

*When seeking employment, please be aware that some organizations have a tobacco-free/nicotine-free environment policy in effect both inside and outside of their facilities, and will only hire tobacco free/nicotine free candidates. You may be required to complete nicotine testing, as part of the hiring process, and these results may make you ineligible for employment.