Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) - Full-Time

Health Wealth Safe; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance recognition

Job summary

Health Wealth Safe is seeking a Physical Therapist Assistant to provide treatment, instruction, and education to patients within the established care plan. The role works under the supervision of a licensed Physical Therapist and ensures compliance with state laws throughout procedures.

You will educate patients and families, assist with exercises and mobility tasks, and adapt therapy to diverse home environments and patient needs, including prosthetic training and safety.

Qualifications

• Must hold current licensure to assist in physical therapy in the applicable state.
• Valid driver''s license and access to transportation.
• Availability for weekend rotations.
• CPR certification preferred or obtainable within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Follow state-specific laws and supervise physical therapy procedures as defined by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Instruct and assist patients with active/passive exercises, gait, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques within scope.
• Adapt to diverse home environments and patient needs regardless of demographic factors.

Skills

Weekend availability

Communication skills

Patient education

Education

Licensed PTA (State)

Job description

Role: Physical Therapist Assistant responsible for providing treatment, exercise instruction, and patient education to improve patient well-being within the established care plan.

Key Duties

• Follow state-specific laws and supervise physical therapy procedures as defined by the licensed Physical Therapist.
• Instruct and assist patients with active/passive exercises, gait, ADL, transfer, safety, and prosthetic training.
• Observe, record, and report patient responses and condition changes to the healthcare team.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on therapy techniques within scope.
• Adapt to diverse home environments and patient needs regardless of demographic factors.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current licensure, registration, or certification to assist in physical therapy practice in the applicable state.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, or access to transportation.
• Availability for weekend rotations.
• Preferred: CPR certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days), physical ability for patient mobility tasks.

Rewards include performance recognition, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation varies based on productivity and role activities, including per visit pay and hourly rates. The role emphasizes equitable, compassionate care and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment.