Physical Therapist / Physical Therapist Assistant

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care; Paxton (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Home Health, Hospice & Home Care is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to support seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute settings. You will implement mobility, strength, and balance programs to promote safe functional independence and quality of life.

Work on-site with an interdisciplinary team, document patient progress, and educate patients and families while growing your clinical skills and contributing to a supportive, mentored environment.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach.
• Ability to work on-site.
• Strong documentation skills.
• Teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Improve mobility and strength through targeted exercises.
• Enhance balance and safe functional independence.
• Document patient progress and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and families on care plans.

Skills

Compassionate approach

On-site work

Documentation skills

Teamwork

Job description

Role

Physical Therapist Assistant in a healthcare setting serving seniors in skilled nursing and post-acute care.

Responsibilities

• mobility
• strength
• balance
• safe functional independence
• Document patient progress, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and educate patients and families.

Qualifications & Skills

Compassionate and patient-centered approach, ability to work on-site, strong documentation skills, and teamwork abilities.

Key Attributes

Supportive environment, clinical mentorship, manageable caseloads, and opportunities for professional growth while impacting seniors' quality of life.