Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Outpatient

SJS HSHS St. John's Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Hospital Sisters Health System seeks a qualified Physical Therapist Assistant to support outpatient rehab services across Illinois and Wisconsin. The PTA will contribute to patient-centered care, ensure licensure compliance, and collaborate with therapists and clinicians to optimize outcomes.

Requirements include an Associate degree, current licensure or eligibility, BLS certification (or completion within 90 days), and preferred Board Certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Current state licensure or eligibility for state licensure as a PTA.
• Certified BLS or completion in the first 90 days of employment.
• Board Certification which meets rigorous standards of maintenance or certification (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide PTA services in outpatient rehab across Illinois and Wisconsin.
• Collaborate with therapists and clinicians to plan and implement patient care.

Education

Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

Position Specifics

• Department: Outpatient
• Core Function: Rehab/Therapy/Sleep
• Schedule: 40 hours weekly available (open to offering 32 or 36 hours weekly as well), day shift, flexible scheduling options, including four 10-hour days or five 8-hour days. No weekends.
• Clinic Location: Great Springfield area, IL - Various Locations
• Sign On: $10,000
• Compensation that aligns with your experience

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: 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 healthcare 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.

Imagine an organization where you’re empowered to care for all who need assistance, regardless of means. To provide quality, patient-centered, holistic care—and build caring relationships. To master innovations that make a profound difference within our halls, throughout our communities, and into the future. All of these aspirations are within your reach at Hospital Sisters Health System, a multi-institutional health care system serving communities throughout Illinois and Wisconsin. Become part of our team in a wide array of areas and enjoy an experience beyond belief.

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.

Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Hiring Process

Hospital Sisters may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence or machine-learning technologies, to assist with certain administrative aspects of the recruitment process. These tools may help our recruiting team organize applications, search for resumes, identify qualifications reflected in application materials, and facilitate communications or scheduling with applicants. Information used by these tools may include materials you provide during the application process, such as your resume, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools are used only to support our recruiting process. Hiring decisions are made by HSHS personnel, and automated tools do not make employment decisions on behalf of HSHS. Applicants who have questions about this notice or who require a reasonable accommodation or alternative evaluation method may contact HSHS Human Resources at [e-mail].

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

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.