Physical Therapist Assistant - Skilled Nursing

Renewal Rehab; Ridge Farm (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Renewal Rehab seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support high-quality rehab services for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, assist with therapeutic exercises and mobility training, document progress, and educate patients and families.

You'll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a patient-centered, integrity-driven culture that offers mentorship, strong

Qualifications

• Assisting physical therapists under supervision to execute treatment plans.
• Support senior patients in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings.

Responsibilities

• Support high-quality rehab services for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings.
• Implement treatment plans under the direction of a Physical Therapist.
• Assist with therapeutic exercises and mobility training.
• Document patient progress and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about care plans and home exercises.

Skills

PTA role knowledge

Exercise implementation

Mobility training

Documentation

Patient & family education

Tools

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Renewal Rehab seeks a compassionate Physical Therapist Assistant to support high-quality rehab services for seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care settings. Working under the direction of a Physical Therapist, you will implement treatment plans, assist with therapeutic exercises and mobility training, document progress, and educate patients and families. You’ll collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a patient-centered, integrity-driven culture that offers mentorship, strong clinical resources, and opportunities for professional growth while positively impacting patients’ functional outcomes and quality of life.