PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Memorial Health System; Taylorville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus up to $10,000

Up to $5,000 in signing bonuses

Job summary

Memorial Health System is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant in Taylorville, Illinois. This full-time position involves providing therapy to patients under the direction of a physical therapist, ensuring compliance with established protocols. An Illinois license or eligibility is required along with CPR certification. The role demands good communication skills and maintaining a safe work environment. Competitive salary with sign-on bonuses available.

Qualifications

• Must be Illinois licensed or eligible as a Physical Therapy Assistant.
• CPR certification is required.
• Experience in physical therapy is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy treatment to patients under supervision.
• Ensure patient care program compliance with standards.
• Communicate effectively with the therapy team.
• Document patient care appropriately.
• Maintain a safe and functional work environment.

Skills

Illinois eligible/licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

CPR certification

Work experience preferred

Knowledge of Universal Precautions

Education

Two-year approved education for Certified Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Min

USD $24.04/Hr.

Max

USD $37.26/Hr.

Overview

Sign-on Bonuses up to $5,000.00

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 education for Certified Physical Therapist Assistant. Licensed or license pending in the State of Illinois and no prior disciplinary action in Illinois or another state.

Schedule

Full Time, Days

$10,000 Sign‑On Bonus

Qualifications

Licensure/Certification/Registry:

• 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.