Physical Therapist / Physical Therapist Assistant

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc.; Auburn (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Personal Touch Home Health Care Services Inc. in Illinois is seeking a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant to support senior care in skilled nursing and post-acute settings, under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.

You will assist in implementing treatment plans, lead therapeutic exercises and balance training to improve safety and independence, document progress clearly, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and educate patients and families about care and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-centered PTA with ability to follow treatment plans.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with documentation of patient progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans under supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Support therapeutic exercises, mobility and balance training to improve safety and independence.
• Document patient progress accurately and thoroughly.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families about treatment and safety practices.

Skills

Compassionate approach

Communication

Teamwork

Therapeutic exercises

Documentation

Job description

Role: Physical Therapist Assistant supporting senior care in skilled nursing and post-acute settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in implementing treatment plans under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
• Support therapeutic exercises, functional mobility, and balance training to enhance safety and independence.
• Document patient progress accurately and thoroughly.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and their families about treatment and safety practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Compassionate and patient-centered approach.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of therapeutic exercises, mobility, and balance training.
• Ability to document progress clearly and professionally.