Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing

Renewal Rehab; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewal Rehab is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our on-site rehab team serving seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care. You will implement individualized treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, focusing on mobility, function and independence.

You'll provide hands-on therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and patient education, while documenting outcomes and contributing to a collaborative, patient-centered culture that

Qualifications

• Assist Physical Therapist in implementing treatment plans under supervision.
• Provide hands-on exercises, gait and balance training for seniors.
• Accurately document outcomes and progress notes.
• Collaborate in a patient-centered team with mentorship and ongoing education.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized PT treatment plans under PT direction.
• Provide hands-on therapeutic exercises and gait/balance training.
• Educate patients and caregivers on exercises and safety.
• Document treatment outcomes and patient progress.

Skills

PTA skills

Gait training

Balance training

Patient education

Documentation

Job description

Renewal Rehab is seeking a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to join our on-site rehab team serving primarily seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care. In this role, you will implement individualized physical therapy treatment plans under the direction of a Physical Therapist, focusing on restoring mobility, function, and independence. You’ll provide hands‑on therapeutic exercises, gait and balance training, and patient education while accurately documenting outcomes. In our collaborative, patient‑centered culture, you’ll benefit from clinical mentorship, continuing education, and clear pathways for career growth, all while making a meaningful impact on each patient’s quality of life.