Physical Therapist Assistant - Outpatient - Days

Freeport-Memorial-Hospital; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental/Caregiver leave

Tuition and certification reimburse

Well-being programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant in Freeport, IL to help implement treatment plans across a variety of patient diagnoses. This full-time daytime role focuses on hands-on care, documentation, and collaboration with therapists and physicians to optimize outcomes.

The PTA will use exercises, manual techniques, and modalities as part of a comprehensive plan, maintain accurate records for coding and billing, and participate in quality improvement and staff training activities as

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy Assistants.
• CPR/BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
• Licensed as a PTA in WI, IL or both if required.

Responsibilities

• Integrates subjective and objective data to follow a treatment plan.
• Utilizes exercises, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.
• Maintains thorough documentation with proper coding and billing.
• Communicates with disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.
• Participates in PI and CQI processes and training activities.

Skills

Documentation

Communication

Teaching/mentoring

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of accredited PTA program

Job description

Overview: The Physical Therapy Assistant is responsible for the implementation of a treatment plan addressing the functional needs of a variety of patient diagnoses.Schedule: Full TimeShift: DaysESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESIntegrates subjective and objective data to follow an established treatment plan.Utilizes exercise, physical agents, and manual techniques to address deficits.Maintains a thorough record of services provided with appropriate coding and billing.Communicates with other disciplines and referring providers to enhance outcomes.Performs thorough and timely electronic documentationStrengths in care delivery as evidenced by peer review feedback; consistently demonstrates advanced evaluation and treatment techniquesParticipates actively in the PI and CQI processAssists in the orientation, training and mentoring of new partnersParticipates in cost saving initiatives within the departmentTakes an active role in the performance improvement processMaintain a high standard of patient care and provide effective communication between physical therapists, assistants and the physician groupPlans and conducts lectures and training programs on physical therapy and related topics for medical staff, students and community groups.EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEGraduate of an accredited program for Physical Therapy AssistantsCERTIFICATION/LICENSURELicensed as a physical therapist assistant in WI, IL or both if requiredCPR/BLS required within 90 days of hireLEVEL OF SUPERVISIONSome independent judgement is required, based upon scope of practice and within professional standards.PAY RANGE:$27.17 - $40.75Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, Dental, VisionLife & Disability InsuranceFSA/HSA OptionsGenerous, accruing paid time offPaid Parental and caregiver leaveCareer advancement and educational opportunitiesTuition and certification reimbursementCertification ReimbursementWell-being ProgramsEmployee DiscountsOn-Demand PayFinancial EducationAnnual recognition/awards eventsPartner appreciation daysFamily entertainment/attractions discountCommunity service/improvement opportunitiesClick here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:#1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working MothersA Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women