Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRN

HSHS Medical Group; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 35,817 - 52,348; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Retirement benefits

Adoption assistance

Wellness program

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance program

Job summary

HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital in Springfield, IL, seeks a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant to join our inpatient acute care team on a PRN basis.

You will implement therapy plans, monitor patient progress, document care, and communicate results to the supervising Physical Therapist while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to promote safe mobility and independence. Ideal candidates hold an accredited PTA degree, state licensure or eligibility, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited PTA program meeting licensure requirements.
• Current state licensure or eligibility required.
• BLS certification or completion within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Implement treatment plans under supervision of a PT.
• Monitor patient progress and document care.
• Communicate patient responses to the supervising PT.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care team and participate in professional development.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in PTA

State licensure eligibility

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

## Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Inpatient/Acute Care - PRNApplyremote type: Onsitelocations: Springfield, ILtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R1034494**Pay Range:**$25.53 - $38.29A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital is seeking a motivated Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) to join our 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: o Department: Physical Therapy o Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep o Schedule: PRN, Day shift, 7:30am-3:30pm or 8am-4:30pm o Facility: St. John’s Hospital o Location: Springfield, IL o Compensation aligned with your experience 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 (Required).**Experience Qualifications*** Years of Experience (2+)**Certifications, Licenses and Registrations*** Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.* Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment required.* Board Certification which meets rigorous standards of maintenance or certification (Preferred).Job Description Scheduled Weekly Hours:0Throughout 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!BenefitsHSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).