Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - BroMenn

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

Job summary

Carle Health in Normal, Illinois, is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to implement care plans, educate patients, and coordinate with physical therapists. Candidates must be a licensed PTA in Illinois and have an Associate's Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.

The role involves administering therapeutic exercises, following the treatment plan established by PT, and completing thorough documentation of patient care.

The compensation range is between $23.79 and $39.73 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package offered. Carle Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Illinois License as a Physical Therapist Assistant required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must hold an Associate’s Degree in Physical Therapy Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Educates patients, families, and other providers.
• Follows therapist’s plan of care.
• Communicates with PT on interventions.

Skills

Certified Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Education

Associate’s Degree: 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.

Qualifications

• Certified Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hiring – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Associate’s Degree: Physical Therapy Assistant (required)

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).
• Follows treatment plan of care established by PT.
• Administers therapeutic modalities.
• Provides therapeutic exercise in the water (aquatic therapy).
• Completes daily documentation and charging in therapy EMR.
• Coordinates with PT on patient treatment interventions.
• Communicates with referring provider on patient progress and treatment recommendations.

Compensation and Benefits

The compensation range for this position is $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. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s 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.

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].