Physical Therapist Assistant

Eden Senior Care; Prospect Heights (IL); On-site; USD 38,572 - 57,859; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Therapy Services is seeking a PRN Physical Therapy Assistant to join our in-person team in Prospect Heights, IL. You will work under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist to provide quality therapy services, document patient progress, and assist with discharge planning and care coordination.

Responsibilities include maintaining rehabilitation standards, scheduling, and collaboration with facility staff.

Qualifications

• Must hold current license as a Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA).
• CPR certification preferred.
• Relocation to Prospect Heights, IL may be required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain rehabilitation standards under the direction of the physical therapist.
• Provide quality therapy and document care (treatment, discharge planning, communication).
• Assist with scheduling and coordination within the facility.
• Support therapy management and collaborate with Facility staff.
• Screen patients and determine need for PT evaluation.
• Treat patients to relieve pain and restore function under supervision.
• Document progress and communicate changes to the PT.
• Assist with patient discharge planning and billing summaries.
• Attend in-service education and maintain organized department.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Oasis Therapy Services is an agency committed to providing exceptional therapy services to seniors. Our team includes experienced and compassionate physical, occupational, and speech therapists specializing in senior care. We offer rehabilitation, pain management, and cognitive and speech therapy. Our priority is the comfort and well-being of our clients, and we strive to create a welcoming and supportive environment. Contact us for personalized treatment plans to achieve optimal health and wellness.

Position: PRN Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain the standards for rehabilitation services in accordance with the Company Mission and Goals
• Be courteous to all patients and respectful of them, their environment and their culture
• Provide quality therapy services at every patient contact, including treatment interventions, program implementation, discharge planning and related documentation and communication under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Prioritize and maintain a work schedule that is appropriate for the facility and in accordance with your employment
• Assist Therapy management staff in maintaining a positive, productive, and beneficial working relationship with all Facility staff
• Adhere to the policies and procedures necessary for day to day operations of the rehab department
• Screen patients to determine the need for evaluation under the supervision of the PT
• Treat patients to relieve pain and develop or restore function to achieve maximum performance under the supervision of a physical therapist
• Monitor patient response to intervention, communicate any changes and follow through with all updates to the treatment modalities, goals, and frequency as needed under the direction and supervision of the physical therapist
• Fulfills documentation requirements in a complete, appropriate and timely manner
• Communicate and collaborate with other team members regarding the care of clients receiving therapy services
• Assist with data collection on patients progress under the supervising PT
• Plan for patient's discharge when maximum benefits have been met in coordination with the supervising PT
• Provide complete and correct billing summaries as required
• Attend in-service education when provided to rehab staff
• Maintain a neat and well-organized therapy department
• Perform administrative duties to assist in the provision of therapy services
• Identify all new rehab admissions and notify physical therapist when appropriate
• Communicate upcoming patient discharges with Facility staff as required
• Attend appropriate care plan meetings when requested
• Provide in-service education to staff when requested
• Supervise the physical therapist assistant student as appropriate
• Provide other job‑related tasks and duties as assigned

Reasons To Join

• Great team environment
• Supportive leadership staff
• Competitive Wages

Job Type

PRN

License/Certification

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Licensed Physical Therapy Assistant (Required)

Ability To Relocate

Prospect Heights, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person