Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient/Acute Care

SMD HSHS St. Mary's Hospital, Decatur; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid Time Off

Education assistance up to $5,250 per 

Tuition discounts

Adoption assistance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital - Decatur is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to join our therapy team in Decatur, IL.

The PTA will provide high-quality physical therapy services under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist, focusing on a general orthopedic population. The PTA will implement treatment plans, monitor progress, document care, and educate patients and families to promote safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited PTA program.
• Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice is required.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.
• Illinois licensure within 1 year for individuals meeting all requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans and monitor patient progress.
• Document care and communicate responses to supervising PT.
• Educate patients and families to promote safe mobility and independence.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Patient-centered care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Documentation accuracy

Education

Associate degree from PTA program

Job description

Pay Range: $24.31 - $36.47 A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.

HSHS St. Mary's Hospital - Decatur is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our therapy team.

Ideal candidates are patient-focused, mission-driven individuals who provide high-quality physical therapy services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist.

The Physical Therapist Assistant is responsible for implementing treatment plans, monitoring patient progress, documenting care, and communicating patient responses to the supervising Physical Therapist.

The PTA serves as an educator and advocate for patients and their families, promoting safe mobility, functional independence, and overall wellness.

Additional responsibilities include collaborating with the interdisciplinary care team, maintaining accurate clinical documentation, supporting therapy program goals, and participating in ongoing professional development to ensure the delivery of exceptional patient care.

Position Specifics

• Department: Rehab, Outpatient
• Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep
• Full-time, Day Shift (40 hours/week). Flexible scheduling options include 4 10-hour shifts, 4 9-hour shifts, or 5 8-hour shifts, with hours scheduled between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, no weekend or holiday coverage requirements.
• Facility: St. Mary's Hospital
• Clinic Location: Decatur, IL
• Compensation that aligns with your experience *This position primarily focuses on treating a general orthopedic population. We also welcome PTA's with an interest in specialty areas as well. For more questions regarding this position, please contact Lauren Aman at [e-mail].

Education Qualifications

Graduate (e.g., Associate) from an accredited program which meets the licensure requirements in the state of practice is required.

Experience Qualifications

N/A

Certifications, Licenses and Registrations

Licensed as a Physical Therapy Assistant in the state of practice is required.

Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment is required.

ILLINOIS: Following physical therapy philosophies and standards of care set by Illinois Physical Therapy Act and other applicable governing agencies, licensure is required within 1 year for individuals meeting all other applicable requirements.

Job Description

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day. Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments. Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.

Benefits

HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits. Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues. Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need. Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions. Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period. Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more! Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!

Benefits HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.

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HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues. This does not apply to positions that are classified as 100% remote.