Physical Therapy Assistant - Full Time PTA (82488)

Centurion Health; Hillsboro (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurion Health seeks a full-time Physical Therapy Assistant to join the team at Graham Correctional Center in Hillsboro, IL. You will provide physical therapy services under the supervision of a Physical Therapist, implementing care plans for incarcerated individuals and promoting rehabilitation in a secure setting.

The role requires a PTA program graduate with an active Illinois license and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program.
• Current/Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in Illinois.
• CPR/BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Promote and maintain health by providing physical therapy services within a team approach in a secure setting.
• Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, implement care plans for incarcerated individuals.

Education

Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program

Illinois PTA license

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Graham Correctional Center - Hillsboro, IL 62049

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: High School Diploma/GED

Job Shift: Full Time; Day shift 8a-4p Mon-Friday

Job Category: Medical Technician & Support

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Illinois Department of Corrections. We are currently seeking a full‑time Physical Therapy Assistant to join our team at Graham Correctional Center located in Hillsboro, Illinois.

$32.01/hr

The Physical Therapy Assistant reports to the Physical Therapist. This person will promote and maintain health by providing physical therapy services within a team approach, providing quality care in a secure setting. Under the supervision of the Physical Therapist, this person will implement care plans for incarcerated individuals for rehabilitation. Additionally, this person will help mentally and/or physically impaired individuals with tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance their performance.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program
• Current/Active Physical Therapy Assistant license in Illinois
• At least one year of experience working as a Physical Therapy Assistant preferred
• Experience working in corrections/ behavioral health preferred
• Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/ BLS
• Ability to obtain a security clearance, to include drug screen and criminal background check

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...