Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Acute Therapy

Carle Health; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 32,773 - 54,732; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant in Urbana, Illinois. The role involves implementing care plans, educating patients, and collaborating with occupational therapists. Candidates must possess an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities include following treatment plans, documenting care, and communicating effectively with the healthcare team. The position qualifies for a sign-on bonus, along with a competitive hourly wage range of $23.79 - $39.73.

Qualifications

• Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA).

Responsibilities

• Educates patients, family, caregivers, and other health care providers.
• Follows and adjusts treatment plans based on patient feedback.
• Completes documentation per Clinical Documentation Policy.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Patient education

Documentation skills

Collaborative communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant

Job description

Overview

Implements plan of care as provided by the physical therapist, treating patients of all ages. Serves as a role model in delivery of professional services and as a clinical resource for staff and students.

*****This position qualifies for a sign-on bonus!

Qualifications

• Education Level: Associate's Degree


• Field of Study: Physical Therapy Assistant


• Licenses/Certifications: Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)


• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)


• Attend and satisfactorily complete all required continuing education regarding the care of acute stroke patients


• Required to successfully complete board exam on the next available exam date


• Continuing education requirements for this position may include one (1) hour, four (4) hours, or eight (8) hours of content that is assigned by the organization to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Certification requirements. This content will only apply to those directly assigned to the total joint replacement practices and will be communicated to the applicable staff member by the immediate supervisor. This requirement is subject to change pending updates to DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Certification standards.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients, family, caregivers, students, and other health care providers using relevant and effective teaching methods.


• Follows the therapist's plan of care. Adjusts the treatment based on patient response and available evidence only after communicating with the evaluating therapist and documenting that communication in the daily note.


• Produces documentation in accordance with the Clinical Documentation Policy (CTSCP67). (23)


• Completes annual education as assigned to comply with DNV Hip and Knee Replacement Program requirements.


• Implements intervention plans according to the treatment plan established by the Physical Therapist, utilizing activities that are functional in nature and take into consideration the functional and emotional needs of the patient/family. Modified approach in response to patient behavior and performance.


• Utilizes standardized outcome measures in a uniform manner to ensure functional performance is accurately reflected.


• Completes documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.


• Collaborates with patient, family and significant others throughout the rehabilitation process and provides education/family training as necessary.


• Communicates with supervising Occupational Therapist when there are any changes in patient status, change in functional performance, or requested change to the treatment plan.


• Clearly communicates patient performance, change in status, activity/transfer recommendations, and recommendations for discharge disposition and equipment required for the next level of care with the medical team.

EEO Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: [e-mail].

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation range: $23.79 per hour - $39.73 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting.


• Actual compensation offered to a candidate will depend on factors including experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked, and compensation model.


• Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more, visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.